Investor Qualifications & Onboarding Guide

Who Qualifies as an Investor?

To maintain the integrity of ExpressOffers, all investors must meet the following qualifications:

• Experience & Volume: Minimum of 3 years of active investing and at least 12 purchases in the last calendar year.

• Proof of Funds (POF): Each offer must include bank name, investor entity name, date, and available cash balance.

• Direct Closings Only: No assignment of contracts—investors must purchase in their own name or approved entity.

• Entity-Based Transactions: ExpressOffers works with investment firms, not individual acquisition agents. Only company officers can sign agreements.

• Non-Competing Brokerages: Investors cannot operate a brokerage that actively represents outside buyers and sellers. They may only buy/sell for their own portfolio.

By ensuring all investors meet these criteria, ExpressOffers maintains a high standard of credibility and ensures sellers receive real, reliable offers.

Rules of Engagement for Investors

• Respond to All Submissions Within 48 Hours
  Investors must respond within 48 hours by making an offer, passing, or requesting additional details to maintain efficiency.

• Do Not Request Pictures Prematurely
  Photos and additional property details are uploaded after agents submit additional details. Asking for them earlier disrupts workflow and breaks agent trust.

• Schedule Evaluations Within the Platform
  Investors must schedule evaluations directly in the platform after reviewing additional details. This triggers an automatic notification to the agent.

• Keep Buy Boxes Accurate & Updated
  An updated buy box ensures relevant property submissions, reducing time wasted on deals that do not align. Investors can refine buy boxes by zip code.
  
  

• Inactive Buyers Risk Removal
  Investors who fail to engage with opportunities, provide timely responses, or adhere to platform guidelines may be removed.
  
  
  

How to Refer an Investor (Step-by-Step)

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Step 1: Submit the Agent Inquiry Form

Agents must complete the Agent Inquiry Form to verify whether the investor has applied in the last 30 days.

Step 2: Presentation Review

Investors must review our onboarding presentation to ensure they understand how the platform works, the rules of engagement, as well as expectations.

Step 3: Submit the Investor Application

Once cleared, the investor submits their official ExpressOffers application,

Step 4: Sign the Web-Platform Subscription Agreement

The investor must sign the agreement before gaining platform access.

Step 5: Create & Refine Buy Boxes

Once the Web-Platform Subscription Agreement is in place. Investors will receive their credentials to access our platform and create their buy boxes.

Step 6: Complete the Onboarding Call

Investors must schedule an onboarding call to understand platform expectations and best practices. Schedule an Onboarding Call

Best Practices for Buyers on ExpressOffers

• Engage with Agents to Build Trust
  Open the property-specific chat upon evaluation and provide timely feedback (within 48 hours of submission)—even if passing—to keep agents engaged.

• Evaluate Submissions Efficiently
  Review all available property details before requesting more information. Use the renovation extent indicator (light, moderate, heavy) to assess fit quickly.

• Leverage the +/- 15% Offer Range
  The range aligns seller expectations while giving investors flexibility to refine their offers once additional details are provided.

• Schedule Evaluations Promptly
  Scheduling an evaluation within the platform keeps the deal moving and triggers an automatic notification to the agent.

• Keep Buy Boxes Updated
  Accurate buy boxes help filter relevant submissions and reduce time spent reviewing properties that do not fit investment criteria.

• Understand Seller Expectations
  The agent-submitted ARV is not the seller’s asking price. It is an opinion of value to assist in underwriting and refining offers.

What’s in It for Referring Agents?

• Earn $800 per closed transaction from your referred investor.

• Get paid on every property the investor purchases in any market.

• Payments are processed via direct deposit or mailed check.

Investor referrals create long-term revenue opportunities and strengthen the ExpressOffers platform.

Best Practices for Referring Agents

• Educate & Qualify Investors Before Referring Them
  Ensure they meet all ExpressOffers investor qualifications before submitting an inquiry. Explain that ExpressOffers is a lead source, not just a deal-finding tool.

• Support Your Investor Post-Onboarding
  Guide them in creating and refining their buy boxes to ensure accurate deal flow. Encourage engagement and participation in the platform.

• Help Promote ExpressOffers
  Educate other agents about the platform, share success stories, and participate in events to increase awareness and engagement.
  
  

Next Steps

If you have an investor who meets the qualifications, submit the Agent Inquiry Form today. Once approved, you’ll receive step-by-step guidance to finalize their onboarding.