The First Deal Field Guide™ is a practical, step-by-step guide for newer real estate investors who want to understand the numbers, evaluate financing terms, identify potential risks, and make more informed decisions before committing their money.
Written by real estate investor Ross M. Budrakey.
When a seller is willing to finance a property, it's easy to focus on the opportunity. Maybe the down payment is smaller, or the terms seem more flexible than a bank loan. But before you get excited, you need to know what the property will actually cost, what it could earn, and what risks come with the agreement.
That's what The First Deal Field Guide™ helps you work through.
I'm Ross M. Budrakey, and one of the lessons I've learned about seller financing is that flexible terms don't automatically make a property a good deal.
It's easy to get excited when a seller is willing to work with you. But the purchase price, monthly payments, expenses, and long-term obligations still have to make sense.
I wrote The First Deal Field Guide™ to help newer investors slow down, ask better questions, understand the numbers, and recognize potential problems before making a commitment.
My goal is simple: help you approach your first seller-financed opportunity with a clearer process and more confidence.
How to break down a seller-financed deal into simple steps, even if you're new to real estate investing.
Which numbers matter most, including purchase price, down payment, monthly expenses, and potential cash flow.
How to evaluate financing terms, including interest rates, payment schedules, and balloon payments.
How to recognize warning signs and know what to verify before making a commitment.
How to compare opportunities using a consistent process instead of relying on a seller's projections.
The goal isn't to convince you that every seller-financed property is a great opportunity. It's to help you recognize the difference between a deal worth pursuing and one that's better left alone.
You'll finish with a clearer understanding of what to look for, what questions to ask, and what to do next.
Learn what to look for in a seller-financed property before spending time or money pursuing it.
Understand purchase price, down payment, monthly payments, property expenses, and potential cash flow.
Learn why balloon payments, financing terms, property condition, and unanswered questions deserve careful attention.
Use a consistent process to decide whether an opportunity deserves further investigation or whether it's time to walk away.
The First Deal Field Guide™ is a 120-page digital ebook delivered as a PDF. You can download it and read it on your computer, tablet, or phone.
The First Deal Field Guide™ comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not satisfied, contact us within 30 days of purchase to request a refund.
Yes. The principles in the guide can help you evaluate single-family homes and smaller multifamily properties, including 2–4 unit properties.
Every opportunity still requires its own financial analysis and due diligence.
No. The $27 Field Guide is a standalone ebook. The Seller Conversation Playbook™ and The First Deal System™ app are separate, optional purchases.
Here's what you'll receive:
The First Deal Field Guide™, a 120-page digital ebook in PDF format.
Step-by-step guidance for evaluating seller-financed real estate opportunities.
Clear explanations of purchase terms, monthly payments, property expenses, potential cash flow, and balloon payments.
Practical questions and checklists to help you identify risks and know what to verify.
A repeatable process for deciding whether a deal deserves further investigation.
Your price: $27. One-time payment.
No subscription. No recurring charges.
Download your Field Guide after purchase and start learning how to evaluate seller-financed opportunities with greater clarity and confidence.
I want you to feel comfortable giving The First Deal Field Guide™ a try.
If you're not satisfied with the guide, contact us within 30 days of your purchase to request a refund.
My goal is to give you a practical resource that helps you understand seller financing, evaluate potential opportunities, and make more informed decisions.
Get your copy today for $27 and start building the skills to evaluate your next opportunity.
Get The First Deal Field Guide™ today for just $27.
You'll receive a 120-page digital guide that walks you through the numbers, financing terms, and potential risks of seller-financed real estate opportunities.
One-time purchase. No subscription.
Start learning what to look for before you commit to your next deal.
© 2026 Ross M. Budrakey. The First Deal Field Guide™. All rights reserved. For educational use only. This offer does not constitute legal or financial advice. Results are not guaranteed. Always consult professionals before making investment decisions.