Best How To Begin Flipping Houses Podcasts (2025)

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The Secondary Costs of Homeownership That's Weighing Down Investors 11:58

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A September Fed rate cut could bring mortgage relief, but investors shouldn’t celebrate too soon. Soaring insurance premiums, rising construction and maintenance costs, higher energy bills, and record home prices continue to squeeze affordability. In this episode, we unpack why the true cost of ownership is still climbing, how tariffs are adding te…

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How to Make Any Rental Property Cash Flow (Before You Buy) 36:04

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We’re going to show you how to make any rental property cash flow as soon as you buy it. Want to know how to analyze a rental property like a pro? This is how. Expert investors don’t just crunch the numbers once and submit an offer or reject it—that’s an easy way to miss out on the best real estate deals. Instead, we’re showing you how we tweak spe…

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7 Steps to Replacing Your W2 Job with Rentals 46:41

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Do you wish you could quit your job—for good? With enough rental income, you could! The very first step is to calculate your financial freedom number, and in today’s episode, we’ll show you how to do just that. Then, we’ll give you a step-by-step roadmap for reaching it! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Whether you’re eager to hand i…

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Episode 255 - ADU Investing, Real Estate Development, and Financial Independence With Phil Daughton 57:00

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What if you could solve the housing crisis and build wealth at the same time? In this episode of Invest2FI, Craig is joined by Phil Daughton, a general contractor with extensive experience in ADU (Additional Dwelling Unit) builds. Together, they discuss the exciting potential of ADUs as a solution to the affordable housing crisis. Phil shares his i…

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What happens in the first 60 seconds after a lead arrives? 8:39

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Send us a text The biggest leak in most investors' funnels is speed to lead, where slow response times turn hot prospects into ghosts. Ed Mathews shares the exact blueprint for the AI assistant system his team built to call leads in under 60 seconds, ask the right qualifying questions, and automatically book appointments. • 392% better chance of se…

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Why a Shrinking Mortgage Spread is Wonderful News For Investors 8:41

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Mortgage spreads—the gap between 30-year mortgage rates and 10-year Treasury yields—just hit their lowest point in more than three years. That means mortgage rates are falling faster than Treasury yields, giving buyers and homeowners new opportunities to lock in lower payments. In this episode, we break down why spreads matter, how much purchasing …

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Why Most Flippers Crash and Burn 7:45

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Send us a text Most new house flippers fail within 12 months because they approach flipping as a hobby instead of a business. This episode provides the blueprint for survival with 10 critical mistake patterns and their solutions to help you build a sustainable house flipping operation. • Mistake #1: No consistent deal flow - commit to three acquisi…

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The New (Better) BRRRR Method: Less Risk, More Cash Flow 36:30

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The BRRRR method (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat) was, for a few years at least, the real estate investor’s golden ticket to a million-dollar portfolio. It allowed investors to buy properties, fix them up fast, get their down payment money back, and recycle it. This created an “infinite” investing loop where someone with one down payment could…

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Homes Are Beginning to Sell Below Purchase Price at a Higher Rate 10:01

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Many home sellers are still sitting on strong equity, but that’s not the case everywhere. A new Redfin analysis reveals nearly 6% of homes listed in May were at risk of selling at a loss—up from 4.4% last year. The risk climbs sharply for condos and homes bought after the pandemic, especially in markets like San Francisco and Austin. Nationwide, ne…

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We Sold Our Home and Lived in an RV to Invest (It Worked!) 41:09

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Real estate investing isn’t always pretty. Today’s guests had to make some serious sacrifices to buy their first investment property—living out of an RV, with a newborn, in the middle of winter. This bold move not only made them $180,000 on their first deal but also helped them snowball to five properties! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie pod…

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Why Most Flippers Stay Stuck (And How You Can Break Free) 7:24

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Send us a text Transform your house flipping side hustle into a systematic business operation capable of handling 12+ deals per year. I break down the exact blueprint that took me from sporadic flipping to running a real estate machine, with practical systems you can implement immediately to save time and dramatically increase profits. • Create con…

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EP07: Is It Too Late for Storage? Why the Best Deals Are Still Out There 18:39

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A lot of people are wondering: “Did I miss the boat on self-storage? Is it too saturated?” The short answer? No. In fact, right now may be the right opportunity to start! In this episode of the Storage Wins Podcast, Alex Pardo unpacks the truth behind the “saturation myth,” why the best deals are hiding in plain sight, and the single biggest danger…

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Sunday Hustle | Google Your Way to $750-$2000/Month! 23:22

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MOAT Method Episode Link Want to get on the show? APPLY HERE! Helping small businesses shine online by setting up their Google presence can transform their client outreach and boost visibility. So, how do you effectively claim and enhance a Google Business profile for your local mom-and-pop shops? Aaron Mann, with experience in digital visibility a…

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Homeowners Continue to Become Equity Rich as Buyers Struggle 9:17

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In today’s episode, we break down two major reports that show a growing split in the U.S. housing market. On one side, nearly half of all mortgaged homeowners are now equity rich—owing less than half of their home’s value. On the other, affordability has reached its worst level in 14 consecutive quarters, with 99% of counties now less affordable th…

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America's Fastest Growing Renter Demographic 7:27

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For years, landlords have focused on millennials and Gen Z—but the fastest-growing group of renters today is actually adults over 55. In this episode, we break down new Census data showing a nearly 30% surge in senior renters over the past decade, with hotspots like Austin, Dallas, and San Francisco leading the trend. We’ll explore why older adults…

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I’ve Got $10K and No Job: How Do I Start Investing? (Rookie Reply) 33:53

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Welcome to another Rookie Reply, where HOST and HOST answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group. This time, we’re covering questions like: How do you break free from analysis paralysis and finally start your real estate journey? Buy-and-hold vs. flipping: Which strategy is best for rookies looking for relia…

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How to Invest in Real Estate on a Middle-Class Salary ($70K or Less) 44:54

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Do you make a middle-class income ($70,000 or less) per year and want to invest in real estate? This is how you do it. You don’t need a six-figure salary to buy your first rental property and start building generational wealth and early retirement. Dave is a testament to this, buying his first rental with barely any money, zero experience, and work…

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Real Estate Rehab Secrets: Ask Me Anything Part 2 6:51

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Send us a text This episode of Demo to Dollars delivers real-world, actionable strategies that separate successful investors from the crowd. Most aspiring house flippers never take action because they lack a clear blueprint. They scroll endlessly through online listings, hoping to stumble upon the perfect deal. But as we reveal in this Ask Me Anyth…

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July Cancellations Hit an All-Time High 6:30

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Home sales are falling apart at record levels. Roughly 58,000 purchase agreements were canceled in July, equal to 15.3% of all pending deals—the highest July rate since Redfin began tracking in 2017. Cancellations were most common in Texas and Florida, where abundant new construction, high insurance costs, and buyer uncertainty are giving would-be …

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Cornered By A 5'2" Realtor: The Deal That Started It All 7:18

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Send us a text After years of analysis paralysis, I finally became a real estate investor when my realtor forced me to sign on a four-family property. That first deal generated substantial rental income and sold for four times the purchase price, launching my journey from corporate employee to successful real estate investor. • Spent 2.5 years anal…

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EP06: He Almost Quit… Then He Closed His First Self-Storage Deal 56:40

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Mario Quintero almost walked away from self-storage before he ever closed a deal. Doubts, setbacks, and the pressure to quit nearly drove him to quit. But instead of giving up, he stayed the course, and it led him to his very first storage facility. In this episode of Storage Wins, Mario opens up about his journey from skepticism to success. He sha…

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Should You Invest by School District? How Every Dollar Spent on Education Translates to $20 in Home Prices 9:05

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For landlords, school districts can make or break an investment. Families will pay a premium to rent in top-ranked districts, but today’s high prices and interest rates make cash flow nearly impossible in these areas. In this episode, we dive into the latest Realtor.com data showing million-dollar-plus price tags in elite districts like Carroll ISD…

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The Best Real Estate Loans You DON’T Know About 37:26

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These investment property loans can get you a 4% interest rate, a lower monthly payment, or require very little cash at closing. They’re still available in 2025, but most real estate investors are unaware of them. We’ve used these exact strategies on our rental properties in the past, and with rates trending lower, this could be an even better time…

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The Real “Cheat Code” for Financial Freedom (Not Rentals?) 42:42

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Rentals can give you financial freedom, but what if there’s a better way? Today’s guest took a much different path, buying a business that gave him immediate cash flow. Now, he’s building serious wealth through both business and real estate, and his strategy might just be the shortcut you’ve been looking for! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie …

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Episode 254 - From One Apartment to Thousands: Sergii Starostin’s Co-Living Growth Playbook 52:00

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What if you could turn one rented apartment into a thriving 2,000-room co-living empire? In this episode of Invest2FI, Sergii Starostin shares his journey from working in healthcare in Ukraine to pioneering co-living operations in New York City. Discover how Sergii turned a single 6-bedroom rental into a scalable business model. He shares how he at…

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Be the Deal-Maker, Not the Tile-Layer 5:04

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Send us a text Stop stepping over $100 bills to pick up pennies in your house flipping business. The dangerous DIY myth has sabotaged countless real estate investors who believe swinging a hammer themselves somehow translates to bigger profits. This eye-opening episode dismantles the ten hidden costs of DIY that never show up on your Home Depot rec…

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Airbnb's Billion-Dollar Summer Brings Warnings For the Back of the Year 8:23

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Airbnb just posted its Q2 2025 earnings, and the results carry big lessons for short-term rental investors. Demand is still climbing, with 134 million nights booked and gross booking value up 11%, but ADR growth is modest—meaning hosts must lean on efficiency and differentiation to grow revenue. Airbnb’s 34% operating margin proves the model works …

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Your No-Money-Down Blueprint Is Staring You In The Face 6:13

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Send us a text Partnerships can make or break your house flipping business depending on how they're structured. We dive into the critical differences between debt partnerships (where your partner acts like a bank) and equity partnerships (where your partner owns part of the deal) to help you choose the right structure for your situation. • Debt par…

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Housing's Slowest Summer in a Decade 7:21

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The July housing market slowed to its weakest pace in years, with homes taking a median of 43 days to go under contract—the longest July stretch since 2015. Pending sales dropped to a two-year low, while sellers pulled back, leading to fewer new listings and shrinking supply. Prices still ticked higher, up 1.4% year over year, even as competition c…

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Home Prices Could Stagnate for Years 38:49

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We may be entering a rare period where home prices stagnate for years. It’s been a long time since we’ve seen real estate prices not appreciate year-over-year, but this reality is becoming increasingly likely every day. With low affordability, high mortgage rates, rising supply, and steady demand, the tables are starting to turn for one of the hott…

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6 Rentals in 5 Years and Fast-Tracking Financial Freedom 40:59

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Would you trade your wedding for a rental property? What if it allowed you to retire years ahead of schedule? Today’s guest saw the bigger picture, and in this episode, he’ll share how small sacrifices can yield a massive return! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Rather than having the large, traditional wedding that most couples drea…

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Four Questions That Will Transform Your House Flipping Projects 5:44

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Send us a text "Done means there is nothing left to do." These powerful words from Ed's mentor, Brad Barton, form the foundation of successful contractor relationships in house flipping. For anyone who's ever sat in their car scrolling through potential properties but felt paralyzed by not knowing where to start, this episode delivers the missing p…

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EP05: From $0 to $5.1M – My Playbook for No-Money-Down Storage Deals 19:44

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Think you need a mountain of cash to buy your first storage facility? Think again. In this episode, Alex Pardo breaks down how he acquired over $5.1 million worth of self-storage without using a single dollar of his own money. You will learn the real strategies behind SBA financing, seller carryback deals, private money partnerships, and even how h…

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Sunday Hustle: Space... The Final Passive Commodity to Net You $250-$1000/Month 23:49

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MOAT Method Episode Link Want to be on the show? APPLY HERE! Parking Space and Car Rentals: Innovative Side Hustles Saving Space and Earning More Renting out parking spaces offers an ingenious solution for city dwellers looking to transform unused space into a lucrative side hustle. So, how can you start profiting from that empty driveway or garage…

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New Executive Order Changes 401(k) Rules, Making it Possible to Own Real Estate in Them 5:55

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A new White House order could open the door for landlords to hold real estate directly inside their 401(k) plans—a move some are calling a “game changer.” In this episode, we break down what the executive order does, how it expands retirement accounts to include alternative assets like private real estate, and the $9 trillion in potential capital a…

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Multifamily Permits Drop, But These Markets are Still Going Strong 7:13

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Multifamily construction is slowing after the pandemic building boom—and it could shift the rental market back in landlords’ favor. In this episode, we break down Redfin’s latest analysis showing a 23% drop in permits nationwide, the metros still leading in new apartment construction, and the regions seeing the steepest declines. From Sun Belt hots…

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How to Beat Other Offers Without Bidding More (Rookie Reply) 28:16

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Welcome to another Rookie Reply, where Tony J Robinson and Ashley Kehr answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group. This time, we’re covering questions like: What are the different ways you can structure an offer on a property? Should you use an attorney for an eviction or do the process yourself? Should I p…

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August 2025 Housing Market Update: Rates Fall, Price Corrections Spread 33:49

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Mortgage rates just hit their lowest point in 2025. The housing market correction spreads to nearly 50% of the country. Sellers are giving up as new listings begin to retreat. Is this just a normal correction or the signs of a housing market crash? Should you take the chance and buy now with lower rates and desperate sellers, or could this just be …

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Real Estate Rehab Secrets: Ask Me Anything 5:43

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Send us a text Don't wing it. That's the core message from Ed in this illuminating episode of Demo to Dollars. For those stuck scrolling through Zillow dreaming of their first flip but paralyzed by uncertainty, this episode delivers the blueprint you've been searching for. Ed tackles the most pressing questions from aspiring house flippers across t…

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These States Are Weighing Property Tax Repeals 6:45

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Property taxes have surged nearly 30% nationwide over the past five years, and now a growing number of states are pushing back. In this episode, we examine the wave of reform efforts—from Florida’s proposal to eliminate property taxes entirely to Idaho’s $100 million relief package and targeted measures in Illinois, Montana, and North Dakota. We’ll…

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Why Your ARV Strategy Is Costing You Thousands 5:14

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Send us a text Smart real estate investors know that misusing ARV (After Repair Value) can cost them thousands, while those who approach it strategically create room for significant upside potential. • ARV is an educated guess about what a property might sell for after renovation, not a guaranteed number • Many investors treat ARV as gospel or arti…

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How Much Are Flippers Making in Today's Tight Market? 11:21

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Home flipping activity fell to a multi-year low in Q1 2025, with just over 67,000 homes flipped—the smallest quarterly total since 2018. Despite representing 8.3% of all sales, profits are shrinking, with the median return on investment dropping to 25%. In this episode, we break down why flippers are struggling, which markets still offer big return…

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How to Find Profitable Rentals in 2025 (Lazy + Expert Methods) 35:49

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If you know how to find investment properties the right way, your path to real estate wealth gets a lot shorter. Today, we’re giving you two methods anyone can try—one from an expert on finding great deals with incredible financing options, and another, more “lazy” method that even beginner investors can take advantage of. You won’t just find real …

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11 Ways Real Estate Makes You Richer Than Stocks 43:58

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Feel like you’re working harder than ever but have little money to show for it? Maybe it’s time to stop over-relying on your nine-to-five and start building wealth with real estate. Today, we’re breaking down why this is arguably the best and fastest path to financial freedom—and you don’t need a six-figure income to start! Welcome back to the Real…

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Episode 253 - Turning a Small Investment into High-Yield Real Estate Returns with David Edwards 52:26

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How do you turn a seemingly bad investment into a profitable real estate venture? In this episode, Craig sits down with David Edwards, a Houston-based co-living operator, investor, and founder of CoLiving Operations. Dave shares how he left a shaky data analyst job to pursue real estate full time. From his first $65K house in January 2020 (turned p…

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It's Just Business. So Rehab Like It. 4:54

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Send us a text The critical mindset shift for successful house flipping is remembering "you will never live there," which prevents costly personal design choices that eat into profits. • Personal preferences are the enemy of profit in house flipping • Example: Early flip where custom tiles, maple cabinets and high-end fixtures cost an extra $18,000…

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Agent Commissions Increase as the Buyer's Market Award Buyer's Agents 7:33

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Buyer’s agent commissions are climbing again—back to pre-settlement levels after a year of steady gains. In this episode, we break down Redfin’s latest data showing the national average rising to 2.43% in Q2, with increases across every price tier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…