John Tang Property

How I Source Property Deals and Work With Investors

Collaboration

I’m often asked how I source property deals and how I work with investors, so I thought it would be useful to explain this properly in one place.

I focus on straightforward, numbers-led property opportunities that make sense on paper. Most of the deals I look at are refurbishment projects or value-add opportunities, rather than anything speculative.

This page is meant to give a clear overview of how I approach deals, what investors can expect from me, and how we typically work together.

How I Find Deals

The majority of deals I look at come from a combination of:

  • Close working relationship with estate agents
  • Off-market conversations
  • Consistent follow-ups
  • Situations where properties need work and aren’t suitable for most buyers

I’m not trying to chase everything that comes to market. I’m selective and realistic about what can actually work once refurb costs, legals, finance, and time are factored in.

If something doesn’t stack up, I’ll walk away rather than try to force it.

How I Assess a Deal

I take a fairly practical approach when reviewing a property.

At a high level, I look at:

  • purchase price relative to market value
  • realistic refurbishment costs
  • comparable sold prices (not asking prices)
  • exit options (refinance, sale, or hold)

On refurb projects in particular, I assume that much of the property will be stripped back anyway, so cosmetic condition alone doesn’t drive decisions. What matters more is the underlying potential and whether the numbers still work with sensible assumptions.

I try to avoid overly optimistic projections and prefer a margin of safety.

How I Work With Investors

I work with a small group of investors rather than sending deals to everyone.

When a deal is available, I’ll share:

  • key figures (purchase price, refurb estimate, GDV)
  • the intended strategy
  • relevant assumptions and risks
  • supporting information where available

Investors are expected to do their own due diligence and make their own decisions. My role is to source and present opportunities clearly, not to provide financial advice or guarantees.

I also prefer to understand investors’ criteria upfront so I’m only sharing deals that are genuinely relevant.

Transparency and Risk

Property investment carries risk, and figures can change.

Refurb costs can move, timelines can slip, and market conditions aren’t fixed. I try to be clear about this from the outset rather than overselling a deal.

I’d rather have fewer conversations with people who understand this than attract interest based on unrealistic expectations.

Next Steps

If you’re an investor and would like to receive deals that match your criteria, you can register your details using the form on this site.

That allows me to understand:

  • the type of deals you’re interested in
  • your preferred areas

From there, I can decide whether it makes sense to work together.

Final note

This site is intended to provide clarity and structure around how I operate. If anything here is unclear, I’m always happy to explain further.

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