This no-fluff book contains detailed, step-by-step training perfect for both the complete newbie or seasoned pro looking to build a killer house-flipping business. In this book you'll discover: --How to get financing for your deals, even with no cash and poor credit! --How to evaluate a potential market or "farm" area! --What types of properties you should buy, where and from whom! --How to find great deals from motivated sellers! --How to evaluate deals quickly and accurately! --How to make competitive offers and complete your due diligence efficiently and effectively! --How to create a Scope of Work, a Budget and a Schedule! --How to hire the best contractors and manage your rehab to completion! --How to get your properties under contract for top dollar! --How to get your property to the closing table as efficiently as possible so you can collect your check!
This guide provides an overview of the many components of the popular practice of flipping properties. Coverage spans the flipping process from start to finish—finding, buying, fixing up, and selling—and the variables needed to make all of those steps successful and profitable. Also included is coverage on negotiating, property inspections, mortgages, taxes, and working with contractors, brokers, and real estate agents. The book is perfect for responsible investors who want to flip houses the right way and steer clear of legal gray areas that get some investors into trouble.
FLIP, the third book in the National Bestselling Millionaire Real Estate Series (More than 500,000 copies sold!) FLIP provides a detailed, step-by-step process to analyze each investment, identify the best improvements, accurately estimate the costs and intelligently oversee the construction. It takes out all the guess work and almost all of the risk. Here's what industry experts are saying about FLIP: "Read this book before you flip that house! FLIP is an indispensable step-by-step guide to flipping houses that you will refer to again and again."-Carlos Ortiz, Executive Producer, "FLIP That House" (TLC's most popular real estate TV show) "At HomeVestors, we're in the business of buying and selling homes for profit and I can attest that there are few, if any, who can rival Rick's and Clay's expertise when it comes to fixing up houses for profit. This book is a must-read for any investor."-Dr. John Hayes, President and CEO of HomeVestors of America (the largest homebuyer in America) "FLIP is a must-read book for everyone in the real estate business. Every agent should have this book. They should read it and master its contents. Why? Because it is the best guide ever written on how to evaluate real estate and how to add value to a house."-Gary Keller, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Keller Williams Realty International and author of bestselling The Millionaire Real Estate Agent and The Millionaire Real Estate Investor "For anyone looking to build wealth in real estate, FLIP provides a step-by-step approach that really works in any market."-Loral Langemeier, bestselling author of The Millionaire Maker FLIP extends the national bestselling Millionaire Real Estate series with a step-by-step guide that is quickly becoming "the model" for successfully finding, fixing and selling investment properties for profit. Based on their involvement in over a 1,000 flips, Rick Villani and Clay Davis walk you through the proven five-stage model for successfully flipping a house: FIND: How to select ideal neighborhoods, attract sellers, and find houses with investment potential ANALYZE: Identify which improvements to make and analyze the profit potential of any house BUY: How to arrange financing, present the offer, and close on the purchase FIX: A 50-step, easy-to-follow plan for fixing up houses that keeps you on time, in budget and assures top quality SELL: How to add finishing touches to quickly sell for maximum profit Woven through the book is an entertaining narrative that follows the flipping adventures of Samantha, Ed, Bill, Nancy, Amy and Mitch as they find, buy, fix and sell their first investment houses. With all this plus the experience of over a thousand flips condensed into one book, FLIP gives new investors the tools they need to avoid common pitfalls, make a profit, and enjoy the process of house flipping. Rick Villani and Clay Davis are senior executives at HomeFixers, North America's leading real estate rehab franchise. HomeFixers has been involved in more than 1,000 flips nationwide.
Let’s face it—fixing and flipping houses is sexy. Who doesn’t love the idea of buying a rundown, mold-infested shack and transforming it into someone’s dream home for massive profits? Reality TV shows make it look so easy. A little paint here, some new kitchen cabinets there, and presto! The house is sold for big bucks and everyone lives happily ever after. If only it were that simple. Fixing and flipping houses is a business. In order for a business to survive, prosper, and grow, systems must be put in place. Fixing and Flipping Real Estate: Strategies for the Post-Boom Era is a book that breaks down the four essential components of a fix-and-flip business, giving you the building blocks to efficiently buy and sell 1 to 20 properties a month in today’s post-boom era housing market. You’ll learn about each of the boxes: Acquisition—How to find and buy a profitable real estate deal. Rehabbing—How to systematically remodel a house and how not to underimprove, or overimprove, your property. Sales—How to sell your flip for the highest possible price in the shortest possible time. Raising Capital—How to get the capital you need to grow your business, including using other people’s money, for your real estate deals without getting sued or going to jail. In the post-real estate boom era, fixing and flipping is again a solid business--especially in the “sand” states—Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, and Florida, among others. It’s also a good bet in states as diverse as North Carolina and Washington State. And with the real estate market projected to bottom out nationally in 2012 (this time for real), there are plenty of houses to be renovated and plenty of money to be made by the enterprising in all fifty states. This book shows real estate investors everything they need to know to get started fixing and reselling houses either as a substantial sideline or a full-on business.
Real estate has probably made more millionaires than any other financial vehicle. Flipping Properties highlights one method of investing in real estate, "flipping," which is a great way to begin building wealth with real estate. Flipping is growing so popular, in fact, that in Broomfield, CO (a suburb of Denver), 40 percent of newly built homes were sold to investors who intended to "flip" the properties. This practice is continuing to grow in cities across the country. Flipping Properties teaches beginners how to reap the financial and personal rewards of a full or part-time venture in real estate investing, including cash flow, security, and long-term wealth.
Expert advice to find, fix, and flip any residential property! Are you ready to capitalize on the rising real estate market and get in on the red-hot house flipping scene? You need a step-by-step guide to evaluate property, avoid rookie mistakes, and build a profitable, successful business. In The Everything Guide to Flipping Houses, successful house flipper Melanie Williamson walks you through the opportunities, the risks, the work involved, and the potential for real profits in flipping real estate. She teaches you to: Assess properties, work with contractors, and manage renovations Handle legal and tax regulations Flip multiple houses at one time Use green renovation options to keep costs low Select the right banks, investors, and real estate agents Choose marketing strategies that guarantee sales Inside you'll find detailed information for every milestone, from purchase to planning renovations to making the sale and managing profits. It's a competitive market out there, but with this guide in hand, you'll have everything you need to successfully flip any residential property--and reap the lucrative rewards.
The Flipping Blueprint 2nd Edition is just what the title says, a blueprint on how to flip houses with more updates and tips for todays markets. Everything you need to begin or continue your journey in real estate investing is here. How to present yourself to other real estate professionals, where to find the deals, how to talk to private lenders, where to find contractors, how to maximize profits on your flips and more. This is your guide to creating your real estate investing future. If you have ever thought about getting into real estate investing, this book will show you how to do it safely and securely.
THE ULTIMATE BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO LEARNING HOW TO FLIP HOUSES – INCLUDES A COMPREHENSIVE ONLINE LIBRARY OF HOUSE FLIPPING TOOLS AND TEMPLATES! What could flipping just one house a year help you accomplish? House flippers are real estate investors who don’t believe in waiting years to turn a profit. For decades, fix-and-flip strategies have been the number one way to capitalize on the fluctuating housing market with minimal investing experience or little to no cash on hand. As a real estate investor, developer, and influencer, author Elisa Zheng Covington, MBA, knows exactly what it takes to find great properties, minimize risk, and turn a profit quickly. Drawn from her extensive experience in profitably fixing and flipping homes in a high-competition market, Flipping Houses QuickStart Guide is packed with actionable insight that applies to nearly any real estate market, regardless of whether that market is up or down. Whether you want to house flip as a side hustle or are starting a new career, you can use the guidance found in this book to buy, fix, and flip your first, fifth, or fiftieth property with less cash, less time, and less effort than you might think! Flipping Houses QuickStart Guide is perfect for: Current or new homeowners who want to create an additional income stream Current or new real estate investors looking for a quicker return on investment Nine-to-five professionals looking for a second career as their own boss Anyone, even someone with minimal investing experience or cash on hand, who is interested in the financial independence house flipping can provide Flipping Houses QuickStart Guide Explains: How to Scout and Analyze Properties – A profitable flip starts with a great property. Learn how to set yourself up for success by starting with properties that have potential and learning how to shop for properties in nearly any market. How to Fund Your Flips – You can start flipping houses with less cash on hand than you might think. Learn how to find, secure, and use financing to add value to properties. How to Lock In Returns – Learn how to list, stage, and sell your flips to motivated buyers fast. How Rewarding House Flipping Can Be – Money aside, successful flips have the potential to improve neighborhoods, increase surrounding property values, and provide a home that individuals, couples, or families can fall in love with. You Will Learn: House Flipping Fundamentals, Including How to Find, Finance, and Flip Great Properties for Profit How to Evaluate Properties, Spot Red Flags, Lock In Winning Properties, and Navigate the Real Estate Market How to Add Value to Properties by Renovating on a Budget and Maximizing Returns How to Cash Out Your Flip, List Your Property, Entice Motivated Buyers, and Close the Sale How to Reduce Your Tax Liability, Manage and Minimize Risk, Build a Flipping Business, and More! *LIFETIME ACCESS TO FREE HOUSE FLIPPING DIGITAL ASSETS!* Flipping Houses QuickStart Guide comes with free lifetime access to a comprehensive library of tools and templates to help you on your house flipping journey.
How Beginners Are Making A Fortune Flipping Houses Have you ever thought about getting into real estate? Does the idea of making thousands of dollars for flipping a house sound good to you? When it comes to real estate many people think they need years of experience or large startup funds. But the truth is… You just need the write information. The new book ‘Flipping Houses For Beginners’ is going to teach you everything you need to know to not only get started, but to thrive. You will learn: • How to find the right house • How to make a great deal • Problems and pitfalls to avoid • How to get the best bang for your buck • How to make a killing with each flip The majority of people will think about something like flipping house. They will imagine the endless possibilities and finally living their dream life. Only to let fear and doubt creep in and overcome. But those who push forward and take action any? They reap the rewards and live life on your terms. Take charge of your life and learn a powerful new money making skill today. Order this book for fast, proven and effective results.
