The Book on Flipping Houses

More than 175,000 copies sold
Turn distressed properties into consistent profits without getting burned by bad deals, unreliable contractors, or market downturns.
Successful house flipping is about having the right system—one that helps you identify profitable deals, manage renovation efficiently, and sell properties quickly regardless of market conditions. When you know what to look for and how to execute properly, this "risky" real estate strategy becomes a reliable wealth-building vehicle instead of a gamble.
This highly-rated guide comes from an expert who has hands-on knowledge of flipping houses at scale. J Scott has transacted over $60 million in property nationwide—buying, building, rehabbing, selling, and lending across multiple markets and economic cycles. As the author of four BiggerPockets books with over 375,000 copies sold, J Scott gives you everything you need to build a profitable and efficient house-flipping business.
With this book, you'll master every phase of the process:
- Build your foundation: Set up financing, find the right agents, and establish your business structure- Hone in on your market: Identify profitable neighborhoods and property types using tried and true analysis techniques- Acquire profitable deals: Source on- and off-market properties through MLS, auctions, direct marketing, and wholesale networks- Master the flip formula: Calculate renovation costs and profit margins with precision for any market- Plan and execute the project: Create detailed scopes of work, budgets, and schedules that keep renovations on track- Manage contractors: Build reliable teams, negotiate fair contracts, and avoid costly delays- Sell for top dollar: Stage properties effectively and navigate buyer due diligence to maximize sale pricesWith the right knowledge in your tool belt, you'll feel empowered to find a great investment property, fix it up, and walk away with profit! Find opportunities in the ever-changing nature of housing markets and start building wealth today.

J Scott spent much of his early career in Silicon Valley, where he held management positions at several Fortune 500 companies, including Microsoft and eBay. In 2008, J and his wife Carol decided to quit their corporate jobs, move back East, start a family, and focus on real estate investing. In the past ten years, they have bought, built, rehabbed, sold, lent-on and held over $60M in property all around the country. J is also the co-host of The BiggerPockets Business Podcast and the author of four books on real estate investing, which have sold over 200,000 copies and have helped investors from around the world get started with real estate. J and his family currently live in Sarasota, FL.