Successful house flipping starts with hitting singles and doubles, not home runs. Most beginners fail because they attempt dramatic transformations before mastering the basics, but cosmetic rehabs offer a more reliable path to profitability while building essential skills.
• Stick with cosmetic rehabs - carpet, paint, fixtures, and flooring - for your first flips
• Avoid properties with hidden problems like foundation issues, fire damage, or major mold
• Cosmetic flips are predictable, teachable, and typically completed in 4-6 weeks
• Simple projects help you learn fundamentals with less expensive mistakes
• Build momentum with early wins before attempting bigger, more complex renovations
• Remember: survival comes first, profit second, and HGTV-level transformations come later
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