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Hi there, and welcome back to another Wealth Wagon Business Builder. Today we will be starting the week off with another startup that has great potential for the upcoming months. We also have for you some great sales tactics you can implement into your business. Enjoy!

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Today’s Startup Spotlight:

Roofstock is a game-changer in the real estate investment market. This platform simplifies purchasing single-family rental homes by providing a marketplace where investors can buy properties with tenants already in place. With a mission to make real estate investment accessible, Roofstock has transacted over $5 billion in properties since its launch. The platform caters to an $85 billion rental housing market, and its innovative approach reduces the complexities of managing tenants and properties.

What’s Good: Provides tools like property analytics and tenant insights for first-time and experienced investors alike.
What’s Bad: Limited inventory in smaller markets, which may deter local investors.
Startup Costs: You’d need $200,000-$300,000 to develop a similar platform, including software, legal setup, and marketing.

Startup Score of: 8.3/10

Roofstock shows great long term potential with its innovative platform that simplifies the process for investors, as this will in turn help grow the market even more. Although it does make it difficult to investors in niche areas as inventory is limited.

Growth Hacks

1. Host Local Networking Events
Build community engagement by hosting local real estate meetups where investors, property managers, and industry experts can network. This positions your business as a trusted industry leader.

• Offer free tools or eBooks during these events.

• Partner with local real estate agencies to boost turnout.

• Example: Roofstock could host a free “Intro to Real Estate Investing” seminar, driving interest in its marketplace.

2. Use Video Case Studies
Leverage real customer stories to showcase the success of your product or service. Short videos boost trust and engagement by 80% compared to text-based testimonials.

• Film short 2-3 minute clips of client success stories.

• Share these videos across LinkedIn, Instagram, and your website.

• Example: Highlight a first-time investor who bought a property through Roofstock and increased their annual returns by 15%.

Key Tip For Business

Sales Masterclass

1. Offer Clear ROI Projections
Real estate investors are focused on returns. Use easy-to-understand calculators or projections to highlight potential earnings.

Example: Show how purchasing a $200,000 rental home can generate $15,000 in annual passive income with minimal effort.

2. Provide a Limited-Time Discount
Create urgency by offering reduced transaction fees for a short period. For instance, waive $500 in platform fees for users who purchase within a week.

3. Simplify Complex Decisions
Investors often get overwhelmed by too many options. Narrow choices by curating top-performing properties based on investor goals.

Example: Categorize properties by "High Yield," "Low Risk," and "Turnkey Ready" to help investors make faster decisions.

Business Marketing 101

1. Build Trust with Certifications
Earn industry-standard certifications or endorsements that highlight credibility. For example, Roofstock is SEC-compliant for investor security.

2. Utilize LinkedIn Polls
Engage your audience by conducting polls about real estate trends, such as “Where would you invest $200,000?” This fosters community interaction and positions your brand as a thought leader.

3. Launch a Podcast
Start a weekly podcast discussing topics like market trends, investment strategies, and client success stories. Podcasts increase brand visibility and create a loyal following.

Key Takeaways:

• Startup Spotlight: Roofstock is transforming the $85 billion rental housing market with tech-driven solutions for investors.

• Growth Hacks: Leverage local networking events and video testimonials to boost trust and engagement.

• Key Tip: Use data analytics to refine strategies and attract high-value clients.

• Sales Masterclass: Highlight ROI with clear projections and simplify choices for potential buyers.

• Marketing 101: Build trust with certifications and start a podcast to engage your audience.

That’s All For Today

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