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Sunday, May 17, 2009

Easy Steps on How to Flip a House

By Volker Tidsch

Accomplishing the task of how to flip a house involves a series of calculated steps. Ironically, while this property business venture uses quick selling methods, the process that facilitates its beginning is more complicated. Actually it is not that complicated in terms of technicality. But those who have extensive experience with real estate and property developments would be the ones to surely succeed in this endeavor. But what if you are neither of those people? What if you are an average person who wants to venture into the flipping business?

With this brief guide, we have done the homework and outlined the important steps that can make you a seasoned flipper and get you making the profit you want and on your way to financial independence.

1.) Doing your homework is paramount to everything else that will go into this process. Without the right knowledge, you will be at a severe disadvantage when it comes to going up against veteran real estate agents and developers as well as your competition in the house flipping market. However, having the knowledge will definitely give you the leg up where it counts. Reading books related to the history of real estate and where the market is now and it's future is just one way you can better your own expertise on the subject. You can also attend realtors' open houses who will gladly discuss their views on the real estate market. As always, the internet is an amazing resource which will help you research a potential property as well as compare prices in neighborhoods and other locations.

2.) After or even during the first step, you must also learn about the real deal when it comes to the real estate industry. Keep yourself informed of the latest news and issues surrounding this particular business venture you wanted to enter. It's not enough that you know how to buy houses, what's even much better is that you know the current condition of buying houses. This will give you a better idea on how to play the field. You can take some time to read the newspapers or browse magazines about home and living.

3.) Using what you've learned, you're ready to move on and get into the thick of this business; locating that property that's prime for flipping. However, price of a house isn't the only thing you should look at - find out why the price of the property is so attractive. Ask the right questions - is the cost of the repairs going to allow you to hit your profit goal? Does this property have something that sets it apart and will that unique quality make the property easier to unload after you're done? Also remember that moderately priced houses that the average family can afford are definitely in demand and will make your job easier when it's time to sell.

4.) Finally, and most important to your bank account, is avoiding paying for the repairs out of your own pocket. If you have to, taking out a loan is definitely better than using your personal capital to balance budget overages. That loan will allow you to keep your professional and personal finances separate. Acquiring a loan larger than the final cost of the property can be advantageous and can easily be covered in the selling price of the house once you flip it over to another buyer. - 23196

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