Investment Real Estate Agent - Acquisitions

Story Homes; San Mateo (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fast commission payouts

No desk fees

Hands-on training & mentorship

Flexible schedule

Real career growth

Job summary

Story Homes, a fast-growing wholesale investment brokerage in California, seeks an Acquisition Agent to prospect, negotiate, and acquire discounted off-market single-family homes. Hybrid role with in-office collaboration encouraged to accelerate learning and deal flow.

Responsibilities include daily prospecting, cold-calling, deal evaluation, and presenting all-cash offers, while building relationships with sellers, investors, agents and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Active CA Real Estate License required.
• Experience acquiring off-market investment properties.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with hunger for success.
• Team-oriented with collaborative spirit.
• Tech-savvy; comfortable with CRMs, comps and virtual tools.
• Proven ability to generate and convert leads.

Responsibilities

• Prospect daily to generate leads and identify motivated sellers.
• Make cold calls to owners/agents to uncover off-market opportunities.
• Evaluate properties as investments: comps, renovation potential, viability.
• Negotiate purchase terms to secure favorable deals.
• Present strong all-cash offers to create competitive leverage and close quickly.
• Guide sellers through acquisition; build trust and a smooth experience.
• Build long-term relationships with homeowners, investors, agents and vendors.
• Present investment opportunities to internal stakeholders and investor clients.
• Maintain detailed CRM records of leads, conversations, and transactions.
• Collaborate with acquisitions, dispositions and finance teams for smooth closings.
• Stay updated on market trends, local values and wholesale strategies.

Skills

Lead generation & acquisition

Negotiation & closing

Communication & follow-up

Self-starter mindset

Team collaboration

CRM & virtual tools

Prospecting & lead generation

Education

California Real Estate License

Tools

CRM software

Property comps

Job description

Write Your Next Chapter with Story Homes

At Story Homes, we don't just do real estate—we create opportunities. We're a fast-growing wholesale investment brokerage built by experienced professionals who connect motivated sellers with investors looking for off-market, deeply discounted, and high-potential properties.

Our agents are the heart of the operation—helping homeowners move on, helping investors find their next project, and helping themselves build a career with no ceiling.

About The Role

As an Acquisition Agent, you'll be the dealmaker at the front lines—prospecting, negotiating, and acquiring discounted off-market single-family homes throughout California. You'll work with motivated sellers, present opportunities to investors, and collaborate closely with our in-house team to close fast and close strong.

This is a hybrid position, with in-office collaboration highly encouraged to accelerate learning, improve deal flow, and foster team culture.

Requirements

• Active California Real Estate License (Required)
• Previous experience in acquiring/purchasing off-market investment properties
• Strong communication (and follow-up abilities), negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• A self-starter mindset and hunger for success
• Team-oriented with a collaborative spirit
• Tech-savvy and comfortable with CRMs, comparables, and virtual tools
• Proven ability to generate and convert leads

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect daily using calls, texts, emails, and networking to generate leads and uncover motivated sellers
• Make cold calls to property owners and agents to identify off-market acquisition opportunities
• Evaluate properties like an investor—run comps, assess renovation potential, and determine investment viability
• Negotiate purchase terms with sellers and agents to secure favorable deals
• Utilize company funds to present strong all-cash offers that close quickly and create competitive leverage
• Guide sellers through the acquisition process, building trust and delivering a smooth experience
• Build long-term relationships with homeowners, investors, agents, and vendors
• Present investment opportunities to internal stakeholders and investor clients
• Maintain detailed records of leads, conversations, and transactions in our CRM system
• Collaborate with acquisitions, dispositions, and finance teams to ensure smooth transactions
• Stay current on market trends, local property values, and wholesale real estate strategies

Benefits

• Earning Potential of 100k-300k
• Performance bonuses for hitting key milestones
• Fast commission payouts - get paid quickly after closing
• No desk fees - use our office space for free
• Hands-on training & mentorship from seasoned investors and dealmakers
• Flexible schedule with in-office support
• Real career growth in a high-volume, high-opportunity environment

What You'll Learn

• How to analyze and structure real estate investment deals
• Expert-level negotiation and relationship-building techniques
• The real-world ins and outs of wholesaling, investor psychology, and market cycles
• How to grow a high-volume real estate business with systems, speed, and skill

Your real estate career is a story in progress—and this chapter could be your best yet.

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