Unlocking Off Market Property Secrets: A Direct to Vendor Masterclass with Keith Firmin #178
Tue Aug 12 2025
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Meet Mr DTV, Keith Firmin. He's the mind behind the highly entertaining Instagram account and someone I now call a friend. Starting his career in the Metropolitan Police as so often happens, Keith and his wife Kim, burnt out. Looking for that elusive freedom, they discovered property investing promptly leaving London and settling in the North West and building a property portfolio.
Fast forward to today Keith has discovered that his investigative mind, dogged determination and people skills make him exceptionally well suited to direct to vendor, or DTV, property deals.
In this episode Keith lifts the lid on his proven DTV strategies explaining exactly how investors can find, secure and profit from off market properties. From spotting hidden gems and crafting compelling letters to negotiating directly with homeowners, Keith shares detailed insights and practical advice for anyone wanting to succeed outside the competitive mainstream property market.
We also explore the human element behind property transactions, highlighting
why empathy, understanding and flexible solutions are key to closing successful
DTV deals. Keith also discusses his personal journey from frontline police
officer dealing with intense and traumatic experiences to finding freedom and balance in property investing.
Whether you’re a seasoned property investor, new to the game or simply curious about alternative investment strategies, this episode offers actionable insights into a highly profitable and rewarding property niche.
Keith has just opened the doors to his new training on DTV strategies at www.directtovendor.com. Use the code THEGAVELDROPS15 to get a discount. And tell him you heard about it through the podcast. Thanks :-)
📌Key Highlights:
✔️Step by step guide on how to find off market properties
✔️Crafting DTV letters that convert
✔️Benefits and strategies of buying directly from property owners
✔️The critical importance of empathy and flexibility in property negotiations
✔️Keith’s transition from policing to property investing and his tips for maintaining
resilience and balance
Connect with Keith Firmin:
Website: https://www.directtovendor.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithfirminproperty
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100019197225068
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/keith-firmin-property-b3692a153
Mobile Number: 07309 686200
Connect with Nicole Bremner:
Website: https://www.nicolebremner.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nsbremner
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicole.bremner.54
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolebremner/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NicoleBremner
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Send us a text Meet Mr DTV, Keith Firmin. He's the mind behind the highly entertaining Instagram account and someone I now call a friend. Starting his career in the Metropolitan Police as so often happens, Keith and his wife Kim, burnt out. Looking for that elusive freedom, they discovered property investing promptly leaving London and settling in the North West and building a property portfolio. Fast forward to today Keith has discovered that his investigative mind, dogged determination and people skills make him exceptionally well suited to direct to vendor, or DTV, property deals. In this episode Keith lifts the lid on his proven DTV strategies explaining exactly how investors can find, secure and profit from off market properties. From spotting hidden gems and crafting compelling letters to negotiating directly with homeowners, Keith shares detailed insights and practical advice for anyone wanting to succeed outside the competitive mainstream property market. We also explore the human element behind property transactions, highlighting why empathy, understanding and flexible solutions are key to closing successful DTV deals. Keith also discusses his personal journey from frontline police officer dealing with intense and traumatic experiences to finding freedom and balance in property investing. Whether you’re a seasoned property investor, new to the game or simply curious about alternative investment strategies, this episode offers actionable insights into a highly profitable and rewarding property niche. Keith has just opened the doors to his new training on DTV strategies at www.directtovendor.com. Use the code THEGAVELDROPS15 to get a discount. And tell him you heard about it through the podcast. Thanks :-) 📌Key Highlights: ✔️Step by step guide on how to find off market properties ✔️Crafting DTV letters that convert ✔️Benefits and strategies of buying directly from property owners ✔️The critical importance of empathy and flexibility in property negotiations ✔️Keith’s transition from policing to property investing and his tips for maintaining resilience and balance Connect with Keith Firmin: Website: https://www.directtovendor.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithfirminproperty Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100019197225068 LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/keith-firmin-property-b3692a153 Mobile Number: 07309 686200 Connect with Nicole Bremner: Website: https://www.nicolebremner.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nsbremner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicole.bremner.54 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolebremner/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NicoleBremner Support the show Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. The view and opinions of the guest speakers do not represent that of the host. Always do your own research.