Connect to claude.ai
The simplest way to use Investra AI — just paste a URL and start chatting. No installs, no config files.
Why claude.ai Is the Easiest Setup
This is the fastest way to get started. You do not need to install anything, edit config files, or use a terminal. The entire setup takes about 60 seconds.
claude.ai (Pro and Team plans) supports MCP Integrations — you paste a URL, authenticate, and Investra's 17 tools are immediately available in every conversation.
Prerequisites
- A claude.ai Pro or Team account (MCP Integrations are not available on the free plan).
- An Investra API key — generate one at Profile > Developer.
Step-by-Step Setup
Step 1: Go to claude.ai.
Step 2: Click Customize in the bottom-left sidebar.
Step 3: Click Connectors.
Step 4: Click Add Custom Connector.
Step 5: In the Remote MCP Server URL field, paste:
https://www.investraapp.com/api/mcp
Step 6: Click Add. You will be prompted to authenticate. Enter your Investra API key (starts with inv_).
Step 7: That is it. Open a new conversation and start chatting. Investra tools are now available to Claude in every conversation.
Your API key is stored securely in your claude.ai account settings and persists across sessions and devices. You only need to enter it once.
Available Tools
Once connected, Claude has access to all 17 Investra tools. You do not need to call them by name — just ask your question in plain English and Claude will pick the right tool automatically.
| Tool | What It Does |
|---|---|
search_properties | Find on-market listings by location, price, beds, type |
get_property_details | Full details for a specific property address |
analyze_market | Market stats: median price, DOM, inventory, trends |
get_market_data | National/category market data (rates, prices, rental) |
get_sales_comps | Recent comparable sales for a property |
get_rent_estimate | Projected monthly rent and rental comps |
estimate_costs | Full investment underwrite (rental, flip, BRRRR) |
get_interest_rate | Current 30-year fixed mortgage rate |
browse_deals | Curated investment deals with projected ROI |
get_deal_details | Full details for a specific deal |
search_off_market | 40M+ off-market property records (paid plan) |
get_off_market_details | Details for a specific off-market property (paid plan) |
skip_trace | Owner contact info for outreach (Pro Plus) |
get_zip_market_data | ZIP-level stats: HUD rents, demographics, schools |
find_local_partners | Find agents, lenders, contractors, managers |
Example Prompts to Try
Here are some prompts to get you started. Copy and paste any of these into a conversation:
Find 3-bedroom houses in Tampa, FL under $400k and tell me which ones have the best cash flow.
Analyze the Jacksonville, FL real estate market. Is it a good time to buy?
Underwrite 456 Oak St, Nashville, TN 37201 as a rental — assume 25% down, 7% rate, and 5% vacancy.
Show me fix & flip deals in Ohio with at least 20% ROI.
What is the current mortgage interest rate?
Compare the rental markets in Charlotte, NC vs Raleigh, NC. Which is better for cash flow?
Find off-market properties in Atlanta, GA under $200k and skip trace the top 3.
Build me a deal team for Birmingham, AL — I need a lender, property manager, and contractor.
Pro tip: Claude can chain multiple tools in a single conversation. Ask a broad question like "Find me the best rental investment in Charlotte, NC" and Claude will search properties, estimate rents, run cost analysis, and give you a recommendation — all in one response.
Troubleshooting
Integration not showing up in Settings?
- MCP Integrations require a claude.ai Pro or Team plan. Free accounts do not have access. Upgrade at claude.ai/settings/billing.
- If you recently upgraded, try signing out and back in, or refreshing the page.
Tools not appearing in conversations?
- After adding the integration, start a new conversation. Tools are not retroactively added to existing conversations.
- Check that Investra shows a green/active status in Customize > Connectors. If it shows an error, remove it and re-add via Add Custom Connector.
- Try a simple prompt like "What is the current mortgage interest rate?" to confirm the connection is working.
Getting 401 Unauthorized errors?
- Your API key may be invalid or expired. Go to Profile > Developer and verify your key is active.
- Make sure the key starts with
inv_. If you accidentally copied a partial key, generate a new one. - Remove the integration in claude.ai and re-add it to trigger a fresh authentication prompt.
Getting "rate limit" or 429 errors?
- You have exceeded your plan's request limit. Free plans allow 100 requests/day. See the rate limits section for details.
- Wait a few minutes and try again, or upgrade your plan at investraapp.com/pricing.