Real estate sales are always higher during the spring and summer months, but don't let that discourage you from searching for your next fix and flip outside of those prime selling months. Now that summer has ended and autumn is here, consider these three advantages to buying a fix and flip during the California fall.

An animal is a wonderful companion. With that said, pets pose quite a disaster to homeowners and house-flippers. One has to watch out for urine, fecal matter, dandruff, and other common issues pet owners face. Get your black light and nose ready to check for these common problems when flipping a house. There are five things to look out for when flipping a house that had pets.

Flipping houses is seldom about a single flip. The idea of turning a massive profit on a single fix and flip makes for great TV but is unrealistic when ratings aren't on the line. The reality is that turning a profit flipping houses relies on steady, smaller profits, rather than huge six-figure returns. In baseball terms, you'll bet more learning to play small ball than hoping for home runs.

There are numerous TV shows showcasing the fix and flip business. It looks like a fun way to make some extra money, or become an exciting career. It has the potential to become very lucrative, but you should be careful. You can't just jump in without any knowledge, and buy the first fixer upper that you find. In the beginning you need to ask yourself what kind of homes are good for new fix and flippers? While there is not one specific house that's best for beginners, there are definitely some qualities that make some homes better investments for those who are just starting out.

Fixing and Flipping a house is going to cost money, there's no way around it. However, there are ways to reduce your cost, and therefore increase your profit when you sell the home. Here are Five Small Things You Can Do To Save Money on Your Fix and Flip.

Many people have had tremendous success in the real estate market purchasing distressed properties to renovate and resell; and perhaps you have considered taking on a similar project of your own. You probably have a lot of concerns and you may have asked yourself: How much DIY is too much? Or...How do I balance the cost of a contractor with doing the work myself? There are many factors that need to be considered when looking into purchasing a distressed property. Some of these include:

If you're looking at a property with the intention of renovating and remodeling, you need to recognize a bad sign when you see it. If those bad signs start piling up, then a challenging renovation can turn into an absolute nightmare. To ensure you don't get sucked into a money pit, make sure you look for these 4 signs before putting your name on the dotted line.

Flipping houses can be a rewarding endeavor. However, it comes with numerous obstacles. A person must be patient and persistent in order to succeed in this type of enterprise. There are a number of common issues people run into during fix and flip projects. These problems are often shown on popular television shows. But, there are some problematic factors to consider that do not have enough dramatic flair for television. These issues can significantly affect your project. Here, we will take a look at 3 fix & flip problems you won’t see on TV.

When renovating a home, there are areas in which you can afford to be conservative. Other things require more attention, and money, in order to save time and hassle, earn money, and sell faster. Here are five things you should never cut costs on when rehabbing a property.

One of the most lucrative business models in real estate is the fix and flip model.  Although foreclosures are on the decline, the market is still on the rise and it is a good time to get into the game. Read on to learn the seven steps for success.