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House flipping hits lowest level since 2000

Housing Wire

The gross flipping return on investment was down from 41.8% Regionally, house flipping was down in 70 percent of U.S. homes flipped in the first quarter of 2021, 10 percent were sold to buyers using loans backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), down from 11.6% Of the 32,526 U.S.

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CFPB, senators pledge to look at house-flipping business practices

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Is House Flipping Ethical?

Bigger Pockets

With house flipping activity remaining high across the country, many investors are wrestling with this question: Is house flipping ethical? There are two sides to the argument, both of which we detail here.

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Strategic Accounting for House Flipping Success

Bigger Pockets

There’s a lot that goes into house flipping. On top of that, a defined accounting strategy for house flipping is critical to your long-term success. You need to choose the right market, negotiate a competitive price, work with the best contractors, and get an agent to help you sell for a profit.

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The Quick Guide to Virtual House Flipping

Bigger Pockets

Virtual house flipping can be an exciting, lucrative way to get involved in real estate investing. But as with as any type of investment, it’s important to understand the finer details to determine where you fit in.

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The Ultimate Guide to House Flipping Taxes

Bigger Pockets

while many people know about the potential expenses and risks that come with the actual acquisition, remodeling, and sale of house flipping, some investors are surprised to learn about the taxes involved.

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Pros and Cons of We Buy Houses Flipping Companies

Maximum Exposure Real Estate

Selling Your Home to a Real Estate Investor Do you know the pros and cons of selling your home to one of the we buy houses flipping companies? You only have to drive around your town for a little while to come upon “We Buy Houses” or “We Buy Ugly Houses” type signs plastered all […].