Media Kit Archive
8 PublicationsContributions & Collaborations
By Alex Wright · Meadowlark Labs
An archive of guest publications, collaboration features, and expert quotes across Meadowlark Labs products — DealForge, YardCalc, BuildGrade, and OppMap.
DealForgeHow to Quickly Kill a Bad Land Deal (Before You Waste Time or Money)
Most bad land deals don't look bad at the surface. This piece, published on REtipster, walks through a five-step framework for killing bad deals fast — from defining a clear use case to spotting the physical constraints that kill deals after you're already in.
DealForgeHow to Make a Competitive Offer on a House Without a Realtor
Alex Wright, founder of DealForge, was quoted as a real estate expert in this Clever Real Estate guide on buying without a buyer's agent. His insight: a clean, well-written offer often beats a higher one because it signals an easier transaction — and unrepresented buyers most often trip over the contract itself.
DealForgeModern Tuscan Style Kitchens to Inspire Your Next Redesign
Block Renovation's guide to Tuscan kitchen design features a quote from DealForge founder Alex Wright on why hyper-specific renovation choices can shrink your resale market rather than expand it.
DealForgeKitchen Renovation Ideas on a Budget
Block Renovation's budget kitchen renovation guide features a quote from DealForge founder Alex Wright on how a simple neutral repaint helped move a listing that wasn't getting offers.
DealForgeBudget-Friendly Kitchen Remodels: Before and After Inspiration
Block Renovation's guide to budget-friendly kitchen remodels features a quote from DealForge founder Alex Wright on why chasing design trends is one of the fastest ways to blow a renovation budget.
DealForgeWant to Give Your Yard The Best Chance of Surviving a Drought? Experts Say This Often-Overlooked Task is Key
Homes & Gardens featured Alex Wright, founder of YardCalc, in a piece on drought-season yard care — sharing why catching weeds early prevents far bigger problems once the soil dries out.
DealForgeBRRRR Method for Beginners: How It Works, Step by Step
Published on Real Estate Bees, this guide breaks down the BRRRR method for beginners — covering how to find and underwrite properties, manage the rehab, place qualified tenants, and model the refinance before you buy. Includes the 70% rule, financing options, and why the refinance is where most BRRRR deals succeed or fail.
DealForgeWhy Some Oklahoma City Homes Look Like Good Deals — But Aren't
A deal-filtering framework written for The Simple Brands and adapted for the Oklahoma City market — covering the four ways rental deals fall apart before you're in them: price vs. value traps, income overestimation, underestimated expenses, and no downside planning.