Why Most Flippers Crash and Burn
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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 acquisition channels with weekly targets
• Mistake #2: Buying bad deals - use the Safe Offer Cap formula (ARV minus fixed costs, rehab costs, and profit)
• Mistake #3: Underestimating rehab costs - create detailed scope with line-item estimates plus 10-15% contingency
• Mistake #4: Contractor chaos - require licenses, insurance, written scopes, milestone payments, and regular site visits
• Mistake #5: Overspending on finishes - match neighborhood comps, not personal taste
• Mistake #6: Ignoring permits and code - map required inspections before demo and budget the time
• Mistake #7: Running out of cash - conservative ARV, full funding before closing, respect your Safe Offer Cap
• Mistake #8: Death by the last 10% - run punch lists and pre-inspection walkthroughs
• Mistake #9: Weak project management - clear work orders with deadlines and milestone-based payments
• Mistake #10: Botching the exit - ensure property is clean, safe, fully functional before listing
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Chapters
1. The Flipping Blueprint Promise (00:00:00)
2. Welcome to Demo to Dollars (00:00:49)
3. Mistakes 1-3: Deal Flow to Rehab (00:01:17)
4. Mistakes 4-7: Contractors to Cash Flow (00:03:19)
5. Mistakes 8-10: Completion to Exit (00:04:59)
6. Your 12-Month Survival Plan (00:06:05)
7. Final Thoughts and Call to Action (00:07:30)
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