This guide shows you exactly when novation contracts get challenged, why, and how to defend them without losing the deal (or your mind).

In this article, we’re going to break down the most common misconceptions about novation agreements, what’s actually true, and how to use them responsibly (if at all).

The traditional wholesale model is getting squeezed. Between tighter assignment regulations, pickier sellers, and the rise of retail-ready buyers, wholesalers and creative real estate investors are adapting. Novations are one of the most powerful tools gaining momentum in 2025.

If you’re not already using novations in your exit strategy, this guide will walk you through exactly how they work, when to use them, and what makes them a game-changer in today’s market.

Proof of funds is more than a PDF. It’s a window into the buyer’s credibility, speed, and real intent. So, let’s unpack what that “bank statement” really means.

This article will let you know exactly how to separate the serious from the curious, before you waste time.

This guide will walk you through exactly how to pick the right real estate agent to list your flip, even if you don’t know anyone in the market yet.

On the surface, cash buyers seem like a dream, fast closes, fewer contingencies, and less paperwork. But financed buyers often bring higher offers, especially in a hot retail market. So, which one is actually better?

This guide breaks down how to structure a sweat equity deal with a contractor, from setting expectations to splitting profits, so everyone walks away happy (and paid).

In this article, we’re going deep on what hard money lenders don’t advertise, how these fees actually work, and how to protect yourself from losing money before the demo even starts.

In this article, we’ll break down exactly how to pull it off, from funding strategies to legal protections, negotiation angles, and scripts you can use to get the money flowing without ever cracking your own wallet open.

Learn the fundamentals of gap funding. From down payment, and closing cost shortfalls, to unplanned expenses during the flip.

This article walks you through how to pitch a flip deal to a private investor the right way, whether it’s a seasoned flipper backing you or a high-income professional looking for returns.

Two of the most common financing sources for flippers are hard money lenders and private money lenders. While both provide non-traditional, short-term funding, they operate very differently, and choosing the wrong one for your situation can create more risk than reward.

When the margins are wrong, the math is broken, or the assumptions feel shaky, the right move isn’t negotiation. It’s to walk.

In this guide, we’ll break down the 3 most common underwriting mistakes flippers make, why they happen, how to spot them early, and most importantly, how to avoid them entirely.

In this article, you’ll learn how to read DOM like a pro, spot trends at the neighborhood level, and adjust your offer strategy based on what DOM reveals about the market, the seller, and the deal itself.

This article breaks down the three rehab tiers every flipper should use, so the next time you hear, “just needs some work,” you’ll know exactly what that means, and whether to run the numbers or run away.

Learn what a $30K budget actually gets you, the hidden costs that sneak in (even with a good contractor), realistic scopes based on market-level pricing, and how to plan, pad, and protect your budget from exploding.

You and your lender are playing two different games. And the numbers reflect each party’s risk, not necessarily who’s right or wrong. Learn how to reconcile their numbers with yours and build smarter offers.

Contingency isn’t a line item but a risk response. And just like risk varies by deal, your contingency percentage should too. Learn how to protect yourself and build offers with confidence.

Smart investors don’t guess. They model, compare, and stress-test every deal, every time. That’s why the best flippers keep a few go-to calculators bookmarked and ready.

This article walks you through how to underwrite deals when your usual comp process fails, and how to avoid overpaying in the dark.

Most flippers have a single “buffer” in their deal. But in today’s market, one buffer is rarely enough. That’s where buffer stacking comes in.

This guide will teach you how to calculate MAO in under 2 minutes, and more importantly, how to adjust it intelligently based on the deal, market, and your risk profile.

This article will walk you through the 10 most common hidden line items that silently destroy your margins, and how to find, prevent, or mitigate them before they nuke your next flip.

If you're still using the same underwriting formula no matter what the market is doing… You're flying blind. You need to adjust and here's how to do it.

Every realtor has faced that gut-check moments, taken an intuition-based action, and won incredibly. But if you’re not careful, you can also lose money. Here’s a framework that will allow you to be in control and succeed.

A solid flip pro forma, and the ability to stress-test your margins before you close, isn’t optional. It’s the foundation of every profitable flip.

Join us as we explore why so many flippers get ARV wrong, how to stop relying on guesswork, and how to build a repeatable system for comping deals like a pro.

Success in the real estate games requires you to run the numbers backwards from the exit. And that starts with reverse-engineering your offer price based on exit comps. Here’s how to do it.

This article breaks down the five most common cost killers in house flipping, how to identify them before closing, and what smart investors do to avoid getting burned.

Whether you’re working remotely, evaluating at scale, or just trying to move faster, this strategy will help you stay competitive and profitable.

For years, the 70% rule has been the gospel of house flipping. It’s clean, simple, and easy to memorize… But is it wrong?

Many first-time flippers struggle to identify a good opportunity, especially when starting from scratch. This guide walks you through the full process, from zero leads to a signed contract.

Most flippers chase off-market deals, direct-to-seller leads, or wholesalers. But here's the truth: the right agent can feed you consistent, high-margin deals before they ever hit the MLS, or help you win competitive ones once they do.