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Let’s clear this up right now:
Yes, you can flip a house without a real estate license.
And thousands of investors do it every year.
But just because you can doesn’t always mean you should—and that’s where strategy comes in.
In this post, we’re breaking down when having a license helps, when it d...
Let’s cut to it: You don’t need a perfect credit score to start flipping houses.
In fact, some of the most successful real estate investors we know started with bad credit. Not because they made all the right choices early on, but because they made a choice to stop letting their credit score dictat...
The 90-Day Flip Plan: How to Go From Zero to Sold Without Losing Your Mind
Let’s be real—flipping houses is not for the faint of heart. Between choosing paint colors, juggling contractors, and trying not to set your budget on fire, it can feel like a circus act where you're the juggler, the ringmas...
The Flipping Formula: What Every Successful Deal Has in Common
Let’s clear something up: flipping houses isn’t just about gutting kitchens and watching your equity rise like bread in the oven.
It’s math. It’s mindset. And it’s a formula.
At REAP, we’ve seen enough flips—good, bad, and forehead-sl...
When it comes to flipping houses, there’s one golden rule: location is everything. You could have the perfect renovation plan, the sharpest contractors, and the cleanest budget—but if you’re in the wrong market, you’re fighting an uphill battle.
So where are smart investors putting their money in 2...
Think you have to quit your job to flip houses? Think again. Some of the most successful investors we know started right where you are—working a 9-to-5, juggling family life, and wondering if house flipping is only for full-time pros. Spoiler: it’s not.
At REAP, we work with everyday people—nurses,...
Ask any seasoned investor if house flipping still works in 2025, and they’ll likely give you the same answer they’ve given for years: Absolutely—if you know what you’re doing.
And that’s the key difference between someone who flips for fun and someone who flips for profit.
The landscape is shiftin...
Flipping houses isn’t just about buying low and selling high—it’s about making strategic, cost-effective improvements that boost a home’s value without draining your budget. Whether you’re tackling your first flip or looking to maximize profit margins on your next project, knowing which renovations...
Flipping Houses: The Fast Track to Financial Freedom
Ask 10 different people what financial freedom means, and you’ll get 10 different answers. For some, it’s quitting the 9-to-5 grind. For others, it’s having enough passive income to cover their bills while they travel the world. Whatever your ver...
House flipping isn’t a solo sport. If you think you can do it all—find the deal, handle the financing, swing the hammer, sell the property, and still have time to sleep—you’re in for a rude awakening. Successful flippers build strong teams.
But who do you actually need on your roster? Let’s break ...
You’re ready to flip your first house. You’ve binge-watched all the flipping shows, run the numbers, and even started scouting properties. There’s just one small problem—you need money to actually buy and renovate a house.
Unless you’ve got stacks of cash lying around, you’re probably wondering: H...
Let’s be real—a bad contractor can make or break your flip. You might find the perfect deal, run the numbers like a pro, and have big dreams for your renovation… but if your contractor ghosts you mid-project or blows your budget faster than a Vegas weekend, your profits are toast.
So, how do you fi...