The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sells its home foreclosures in an "as-is" state. While it won't make major repairs, it may employ services to make them more presentable for sale. Here's start a business cleaning HUD properties.
Instructions
Instructions
1. Contact the HUD office and/or HUD real-estate agents about the need for your services. You can save yourself time and money by finding out if you'll have clients before launching your business. It's likely that the office already contracts the service to another company, but you can offer to be a backup service if needed.
2. Tour HUD homes in your area. Make a note of where they are and what kinds of homes they are. Doing this will show you're thorough and aware of the inventory when it comes time to bid for cleaning business.
3. Set up your business. You'll need a business license or permit that conforms to the legal requirements of your area. You may want to consider becoming bonded, which provides additional assurances that you'll complete contracted work. Additional tasks include determining your prices and writing contracts and forms.
4. Make a presentation to local HUD representatives. You can find your local HUD office by finding your state and then clicking "Contact Local Office" at http://portal.hud.gov/portal/page/portal/HUD/states. Then make an appointment to present your business and services.
5. Contact HUD-approved real estate agents. In addition to contacting the local offices, you can talk directly to the agents HUD uses to help sell its homes. These agents can help you with introductions and understanding the problems of selling homes that are unkempt.
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