Are You Wasting Time Getting Three Bids for Every Project?
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Most aspiring house flippers never get started because they lack a clear blueprint for success. This episode breaks down one critical aspect of the house flipping process: when to follow and when to break the common "three bids" rule for hiring contractors.
• The three-bid rule helps compare prices, avoid getting ripped off, and keep contractors honest
• Follow the rule when in new markets, for big-ticket items like roofs and HVAC, and for volume trades like flooring
• The goal isn't finding the cheapest bid but spotting outliers and confirming the average price
• Break the rule when you have trusted pros, when time is critical, or for simple scope jobs
• Standardize your scope in writing and send identical versions to all contractors
• Pay attention to who shows up and follows up—this predicts their actual performance
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Chapters
1. House Flipping Blueprint Intro (00:00:00)
10 episodes