How to Pitch the Idea of Buying a Home With Friends, Family, or Co-Workers—And Get Them on Board: Part 3

Hey everyone, Kristina here! Back with another blog post on one of my favorite creative real estate strategies: buying a home with friends.

The Art of Pitching Your Real Estate Partnership

Pitching is all about proving your value and getting others excited about the opportunity.

I already know you have great ideas and a passion for real estate—because you’re here reading this! Now, it’s time to effectively share that excitement with the right people.

Let’s break it down.

Anticipate Questions & Prepare Answers

Be ready for the big ones:

❓ “What if something goes wrong?”
❓ “How will we split responsibilities?”
❓ “What happens if one of us wants out?”

Use what you’ve learned so far about operating agreements to confidently explain how you’d handle these scenarios.

💡 Example responses:
✔️ “I’ve already looked into how to structure an agreement so we’re both protected.”
✔️ “I plan to contribute $15K toward the down payment.”
✔️ “I’d love to find a home with a tiny home in the backyard so we can Airbnb it.”

The more prepared and clear you are, the more confident your potential partner will feel.

Expand Your Pool of Potential Partners

Your future home-buying partner might be closer than you think.

💡 Think about people in your life who:

✔️ Own a home but want to invest. Example: Your aunt, cousin, or sibling who’s always talked about buying in Austin but hasn’t taken the leap yet.
✔️ Have great organizational or financial skills. Example: A co-worker, friend, or teammate who’s detail-oriented and great at project management.
✔️ Love the idea of house hacking. Example: A friend who’s into real estate podcasts or passive income strategies.

A real-life example—I’ve seen two sisters team up to buy a home, with one living there full-time and the other using it as a vacation spot when visiting Austin. Win-win.

💡 If no one in your immediate circle is the right fit, don’t worry!

That’s exactly why I created the Open House Community—a space where women across the country connect, collaborate, and take action on real estate together.

Inside the community, you can:

✔️ Meet women actively looking for real estate partners
✔️ Join monthly events like speed networking for co-buyers
✔️ Get feedback on your co-buying pitch or deal idea
✔️ Learn from others who’ve done it—what worked, what didn’t, and what they’d do differently

Whether you’re ready to co-buy now or just starting to explore the idea, the Open House Community is the perfect place to expand your mindset and your network.

Know Your Market (And Work With the Right Realtor)

The best way to pitch a real estate partnership is to have a basic understanding of your market.

✅ What’s happening with interest rates?
✅ What areas are growing in value?
✅ What creative financing options exist?

💡 Pro Tip: If you’re serious about buying, get in touch with a real estate agent who specializes in investing—someone who understands creative home-buying strategies and can guide you through the process.

If you have a specific person in mind for this project, invite them to sit in on an initial call so they feel comfortable exploring the idea.

Mastering Your Partner Pitch: 3 Key Strategies

Now that you’ve identified potential partners, it’s time to make your pitch compelling.

1. Create a Simple Presentation or One-Sheet

📌 Make your value clear. Why are you an ideal partner?
📌 Use visuals or examples (like Instagram posts of real-life co-buyers).
📌 Share real success stories. Example: Friends who bought together, house-hacked, and built wealth.

💡 Real-Life Examples:
✔️ Emily, Leilah & Roxanne – 3 friends who bought and live together.
✔️ Jimena & Juanita – 2 sisters who co-own a home.
✔️ Celeste & Christine – Friends who converted a garage into an Airbnb.

2. Customize Your Pitch for Each Person

📌 Explain how the partnership benefits them.
📌 Make it personal. What problem does it solve for them?
📌 Show how your strengths complement each other.

💡 Example Pitch:
🗣️ “I need a full-time home, and you want a guest house. If we buy together, we can meet both of our goals—plus, we’ll both benefit from rising home values.”

3. Let Your Excitement Shine

📌 People respond to enthusiasm and confidence.
📌 Show them this is more than just numbers—it’s an exciting opportunity.
📌 Reinforce that you’re serious, prepared, and committed.

A strong pitch is about building trust and making your potential partner feel secure.

Final Thoughts

Buying a home with friends, family, or co-workers isn’t just a financial move—it’s a lifestyle decision.

When done right, it can:
✔️ Lower financial stress
✔️ Accelerate wealth-building
✔️ Turn homeownership into a shared adventure

With the right pitch, you can get people excited about this vision. Start practicing now, and when the perfect opportunity arises, you’ll be ready to take action.