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Get an Exact QuoteWhat is Skip Tracing in Real Estate & B2B?
Skip tracing is the process of locating a person's contact information—typically phone numbers, email addresses, and current mailing addresses—when they have "skipped" town or are otherwise difficult to find using standard public directories.
In real estate investing, skip tracing is the backbone of off-market deal sourcing. When an investor identifies a distressed property or an absentee owner, they need accurate contact data to reach the owner before the property hits the MLS. In B2B sales, it's used for data enrichment to fill in missing phone numbers on target account lists.
The cost of skip tracing varies dramatically based on the quality of the data source (Tier 1 vs Tier 2), the volume of records being processed, and the specific data fields required. Our calculator helps you estimate these costs instantly. To outsource this process completely, explore our Data Enrichment & Skip Tracing Services.
How to Use This Skip Tracing Cost Calculator
Input Your Record Volume
Enter the total number of records on your list. Our system automatically applies volume discount tiers—the more records you trace, the cheaper your per-record cost becomes.
Select Target Data Fields
Choose the specific data you need (Mobile Phones, Landlines, Emails, Current Address, Relatives). Only pay for what you need for your specific outreach strategy.
Review the Campaign Estimate
The calculator provides an instant breakdown of your total estimated campaign cost and your blended per-record price.
Why Data Quality Matters (Tier 1 vs. Tier 2 Data)
It's tempting to use the cheapest skip tracing service available (often $0.05 or less per record). However, these services typically rely on Tier 2 or Tier 3 data—scraped public records that are often years out of date.
The Hidden Cost of Cheap Data
- High bounce rates on cold emails
- Dialer flags for spam/disconnected numbers
- Wasted employee hours calling wrong numbers
- Missed opportunities on highly motivated sellers
The Value of Tier 1 Data
- Direct from credit bureaus and utility providers
- Updated within the last 30-90 days
- Higher connection rates (often 40-60%+)
- Includes accurate relative/associate data
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.What is the average hit rate for skip tracing?
A premium skip tracing service should yield a hit rate between 80% and 95%. This means for every 100 records submitted, 80-95 will return with at least one piece of accurate contact information.
Q.Do I pay for "no hits" (records with no data found)?
Reputable skip tracing companies generally charge only for successful hits. If the system cannot find any data for a specific record, you should not be charged for that line item.
Q.Is LLC skip tracing more expensive?
Yes. Skip tracing a corporate entity (LLC, Inc, or Trust) is a two-step process. First, the system must identify the managing member or registered agent. Then, it skip traces that individual. Because of the extra processing, LLC skip tracing typically costs 20% to 50% more per record.