The REAP Blog

 Everybody remembers their first flip.
The nerves. The excitement. The smell of demo dust in the air.

And if we’re being honest… the mistakes.

Flipping houses may not build long-term wealth on its own, but it’s one of the best ways to create quick cash and gain experience—a crash course in decisio...

Let’s be honest—when most people think about flipping houses, they picture one of two things:

1. The HGTV dream. Knock down a wall, install a farmhouse sink, cash a big check.

2. The financial nightmare. Blow the budget, miss the timeline, lose your shirt.

So, which one is real? And more im...

So you want to flip houses. You’ve been down the YouTube rabbit hole, maybe even signed up for a free webinar or two, and now you’re staring at two paths:

1. Buy a course and learn at your own pace.

2. Join a mentorship program and learn with a coach by your side.

Which is the better way to...

(And Why REAP’s Navigator Program Might Be the Perfect Fit)

If you’ve ever thought about flipping houses but felt overwhelmed by the risk, cost, or sheer amount of unknowns—you’re not alone. Most beginners start out asking the same questions:

• Do I need $50,000 in the bank to flip my first hous...

Private Money vs. Hard Money: Best Funding Option for First-Time Flippers

(Because even the best deal won’t close without cash on the table)

Let’s face it: you can find the perfect flip, run the numbers like a pro, and have contractors lined up… but if you don’t have the money to close, you’re jus...

How to Analyze a House Flip Deal Step by Step

Because your profit isn’t made on demo day—it’s made before you write the offer.

If you’ve ever stared at a “fixer-upper” and thought, “This feels like a deal,” pause. Feelings don’t pay closing costs. Numbers do. Here’s a no-fluff, step-by-step way to...

Where to Find Off Market House Flip Deals in 2025

(Because the best deals rarely hit Zillow first)

If you’ve been scrolling Zillow or Realtor.com hoping to find a perfect flip…
I’ve got some bad news:
By the time a good deal hits the MLS, every investor in town (and their dog) has already called o...

Can I Flip Houses If I Don’t Know Anything About Construction?

(Spoiler: Yes. And here’s how.)

Let’s be real…
If you’ve ever asked yourself:
“How can I flip houses when I don’t know the first thing about drywall, plumbing, or...whatever that thing is in the breaker box?”

You’re not alone.

In fac...

How Do I Find Contractors I Can Actually Trust?

(Because bad contractors are more expensive than bad tile choices.)

Look…
If you’ve been losing sleep wondering:
“How do I find a contractor who won’t ghost me, rob me blind, or install kitchen cabinets upside down?”

You’re asking the right question...

What Happens If I Can’t Sell My Flip?

(Hint: It’s not the end of the world.)

Let’s be honest.
This is the fear nobody wants to say out loud.

“What happens if...I can’t sell this flip?”
→ The market shifts.
→ Buyers dry up.
→ Or that one weird smell in the basement scares everyone off.

Reality ch...

Because your profit isn’t made on demo day—it’s made before the contract is signed.

One of the biggest rookie mistakes in house flipping?
Falling in love with the vibe of a house before you run the math.

We get it. That wraparound porch. The clawfoot tub. The “great bones.”

But here's the truth: ...

(And How to Avoid Burning the Whole Profit Down)

Flipping houses looks so easy on TV.
Smash some walls, install a farmhouse sink, cue the happy couple crying at the final walkthrough.

Reality check?
You go over budget—fast—and it stings.

Let’s talk about what actually happens when your flip runs ...