Don't Fall for Real Estate Text Scams: Here's What You Need to Know
We've all been there—another notification lights up your phone, and it's yet another unsolicited text message about selling your house. Maybe they're asking about your primary residence, that investment property you own, or worse yet, they somehow have information about your family members' homes too.
When scammers cross the line by contacting you about your mother's house? That's going too far.
The Truth Behind Those "We Want to Buy Your House" Texts
You might be wondering: who are these people constantly texting me? Are they legitimate buyers?
Here's the reality: these mass texters typically fall into one of two categories. They're either people who took a quick online real estate course promising to teach them how to buy houses with no money down, or they're actual investors looking for desperate sellers.
But here's the catch—they're not looking to pay full price for your property.
These bulk texters are specifically searching for homeowners willing to accept rock-bottom offers. They're counting on finding someone in a difficult situation who doesn't know the true value of their home or doesn't have the time or knowledge to pursue better options.
Why You Shouldn't Respond to These Messages
If you genuinely need to sell your house, responding to these spam texts is one of the worst moves you can make—unless you're comfortable accepting a significantly reduced price for your property.
These aren't qualified buyers with your best interests in mind. They're looking for deals that benefit them, not you.
There's a Better Way
Instead of engaging with anonymous texters who may not even be local to your area, why not work with real people who are invested in your community and committed to getting you the best possible value for your home?
Real estate professionals who build their business on relationships and reputation—not mass spam campaigns—will work to maximize your home's selling price, not minimize it.
Ready to Have a Real Conversation About Your Real Estate Needs?
If you're thinking about selling your home or have questions about the current market, skip the scammers and connect with people you can trust.
Contact the Justin Landis Group for your real estate needs:
📱 Text or Call: (404) 860-1816
🌐 Online: justinlandisgroup.com
Yes, we're happy to text if that's your preferred way to communicate! The difference? You'll be talking to real, local professionals who respond promptly and have your best interests at heart—not someone running a mass spam operation from who-knows-where.
Don't let scammers undervalue your most important asset. Reach out to the Justin Landis Group today and experience what working with real real estate professionals looks like.
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