Author: flipandhold

💰 Passive Investing 101: How to Earn Double-Digit Returns Without Lifting a Hammer

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If you know us at Flip & Hold, you know we live and breathe active real estate investing — owning properties, managing flips, building new construction, and funding projects. But there’s another side to real estate wealth-building that often gets overlooked: passive investing. Recently, I was asked to explain its benefits, and today we’re diving … Continued

🏢 Building a Successful Rental Portfolio 101

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So, you’ve purchased your first rental property with Flip & Hold Funding’s capital, fixed it up, and decided to keep it as a long-term rental. The big question now: How do you put systems in place to maximize efficiency and scale your rental business? Let’s break down the core team members, tools, and processes you’ll … Continued

🏠 Single Family Flipping 101: Your Step-by-Step Guide

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If you’ve been thinking about flipping your first single-family home, this guide walks you through the process from finding the deal to cashing your check at closing. Whether you’re brand new or brushing up your skills, these tips will help you flip smarter, faster, and more profitably. 1. Find and Analyze the Deal The first … Continued

New Construction 101: A Step-by-Step Guide for Real Estate Investors

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Today, we’re diving into New Construction 101 with special guest Nick Porazzo of Porazzo Construction — a seasoned contractor who recently completed a major renovation on my own home. While many people think new construction is just about picking colors, flooring, and finishes, experienced builders and real estate investors know that’s only the fun part. … Continued

📢 Marketing 101: Building a Brand That Sells

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Welcome back to our 101 series—today, we’re diving into a topic near and dear to my heart: Marketing 101. Marketing is one of those words everyone throws around—brand, image, promotion—but what does it actually mean, and why is it essential to any successful real estate business (or any business, really)? What is Marketing? By definition, … Continued

🤝 Networking 101: How to Build Connections That Actually Grow Your Business

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 In business—and especially in real estate—networking isn’t just a good idea, it’s essential. But like most things, doing it wisely makes all the difference. Here are three proven ways to network effectively without wasting time or burning out. 1️⃣ Networking Through Social Media Today, having a presence on platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and even … Continued

Accounting 101 for Real Estate Investors

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Why a great accountant is your secret weapon When it comes to real estate investing, most people think about finding deals, getting funding, and making a profit. But here’s the truth: your accountant might just be one of the most valuable players on your team. Not all accountants are created equal, and in real estate, … Continued

Legal 101 – Why Your Attorney Can Make or Break Your Business

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 Not all attorneys are created equal. In real estate, having the right legal partner isn’t optional — it’s essential to protecting your deals, your profits, and your sanity. 1. Cheap or Free Legal Advice Will Cost You If you’re not using an attorney for every transaction, you’re putting yourself at risk. And if you think … Continued

🏘️ Wholesaling 101: Turning Property Contracts into Profit

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 If you’ve ever wondered how to make money in real estate without swinging a hammer or owning the property long-term, then wholesaling might be your golden opportunity. Today, we’re breaking down the art of wholesaling—what it is, how it works, and how to make sure everyone wins in the process. 🔄 What Is Wholesaling? Wholesaling … Continued

🏠 Deal Analyzing 101: Working Backwards

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If you’re diving into real estate investing—especially fix-and-flips or buy-and-hold strategies—then understanding how to properly analyze a deal is absolutely crucial. The best investors don’t just jump in—they start backwards. Sounds counterintuitive? Let’s break it down. 🎯 Step 1: Start with the ARV (After Repair Value) Your first move isn’t to look at what a … Continued