ListSource vs AcquireDeeds
ListSource (by CoreLogic) is a pay-per-list data platform. AcquireDeeds is the free-data, built-in-mailing alternative. Here's an honest comparison to help you decide.
Real Cost Comparison
Total cost: Single campaign of 500 letters
ListSource + Mail House
Data and mailing are separate costs from separate vendors
AcquireDeeds
All-in-OneSearch, select, and mail — all in one platform.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Pricing
| Feature | ListSource | AcquireDeeds |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly subscription | None — pay per list | $0/mo — Free forever |
| Property data access | $0.03–0.05/record (basic) | Free |
| Targeted list purchase | $200–$500+ per list | $0 |
| Letters (all-in) | N/A (need a mail house) | From $0.99/pc (includes postage) |
| Postcards (all-in) | N/A (need a mail house) | From $0.65/pc (includes postage) |
Property Data
| Feature | ListSource | AcquireDeeds |
|---|---|---|
| Property search | Criteria-based list builder | Real-time search + filters |
| Map-based selection | ||
| Owner information | ||
| Pre-built list criteria | Extensive (absentee, equity, etc.) | Filters available |
| Nationwide coverage | Colorado (expanding) | |
| Data quality | CoreLogic — industry standard | County assessor records |
| Skip tracing |
Direct Mail
| Feature | ListSource | AcquireDeeds |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in mail sending | Native, one-click | |
| Template editor | Built-in | |
| Mail tracking | Built-in | |
| CSV export for mail house | Not needed | |
| QR code tracking |
User Experience
| Feature | ListSource | AcquireDeeds |
|---|---|---|
| Workflow | Buy list → export CSV → mail house | Search → select → send |
| Real-time filtering | ||
| Free to start | Pay per list | Free forever (pay per mail) |
Honest Pros & Cons
ListSource
Pros
- Nationwide coverage (CoreLogic data)
- No monthly subscription
- High-quality, trusted data source
- Extensive pre-built list criteria
- Absentee owner, foreclosure, and equity filters
- Used by large investors and marketers
Cons
- No built-in mailing — need a separate mail house
- CSV download workflow (export, upload, send)
- Pay per record or per list ($200–$500+)
- No template editor or mail tracking
- No map-based search or real-time filtering
- No skip tracing
AcquireDeeds
Pros
- No subscription and no per-record fees
- Pay only when you send mail
- Data + mail in one platform
- Simple, fast search-to-send workflow
- Map-based search with real-time filters
- Mail tracking and QR codes included
Cons
- Colorado only (expanding soon)
- No CSV export (we mail on your behalf)
- No MLS data or comps
- Fewer pre-built list criteria
- No skip tracing (yet)
- Newer platform, smaller user base
Which Is Right for You?
ListSource is better if...
- You need nationwide property data across multiple states
- You already have a mail house relationship and CSV workflow
- You need highly specialized pre-built list criteria (foreclosure, equity thresholds, etc.)
- You're a large-volume investor or marketer buying thousands of records
- You prefer CoreLogic's data and trust their nationwide coverage
AcquireDeeds is better if...
- You invest in Colorado (or are willing to wait for your state)
- You're tired of the buy-list, export-CSV, find-mail-house workflow
- Direct mail is your primary lead generation strategy
- You want free property data and only pay when you actually mail
- You prefer a simple, all-in-one search-to-send platform
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AcquireDeeds really free?
Yes. There is no monthly fee, no per-record charge, and no subscription. You can search properties, build lists, and preview templates at no cost. You only pay when you send mail — starting at $0.65/piece for postcards and $0.99/piece for letters.
Why would I switch from ListSource?
If you're using ListSource to buy mailing lists and then taking them to a mail house, you're paying for data and then paying again to get it mailed. With AcquireDeeds, the data is free and mailing is built in — search, select, and send in one workflow. If you need nationwide data or highly specialized pre-built list criteria, ListSource may still make sense.
How fresh is the data?
Our property data is sourced directly from county assessor records and updated regularly. For Colorado counties, data is refreshed as new records are filed. ListSource uses CoreLogic data, which is also high quality but may have different update frequencies depending on the market.
Can I download my data as CSV?
AcquireDeeds does not offer CSV exports. We're a direct mail platform — you search properties, build your list, and we handle the printing and mailing for you. This is different from ListSource, where you download a file and take it to a mail house yourself.
How does the mailing work?
After selecting properties and choosing a template, you checkout and we handle everything: printing, addressing, postage (First-Class), and delivery via Lob. You get tracking for every piece. No separate mail house, no CSV uploads, no middleman.
Does AcquireDeeds have nationwide data?
Not yet. We launched with comprehensive Colorado coverage (60+ counties) and are actively expanding. ListSource has nationwide coverage through CoreLogic. If you invest outside Colorado, ListSource's coverage is an advantage — but you'll still need a mail house to actually send the mail.
Ready to Skip the CSV Workflow?
Search Colorado properties for free. Build your list. Preview your mail. Only pay when you're ready to send.
No credit card required. No subscription. Ever.