Flipping America

Roger Blankenship
  • 4.9 (35)
  • Entrepreneurship
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We teach you how to make money in real estate. We cover news, trends, styles, markets, demographics, and technology that affect real estate investing. We also talk to market leaders and trend setters. Lastly, there's a bit of how-to information on nearly every show, with topics, Q&A from listeners, and presentations from our guests. Learn how to make and grow a fortune in your spare time or as a new career. We don't just talk about flipping houses. We talk about single family rentals, multi-family rentals, apartments, mobile home communities, commercial and industrial space, hotels and motels, golf courses, and raw land. We cover the entire gamut of real estate asset classes. We also discuss strategies for cash flow, acquisition, and property disposition. These include hard money, private money, creative deal structures, mortgage wraps, wholesaling, contract assignments, lease options, lease sandwiches, and more. Learn how to start with nothing and work your way to millions. Find deep satisfaction in meaningful work that meets not only your income goals, but the needs of the community and your buyers.

  1. 3d ago ·  Video

    Somebody Do Something! Nick is...

    The housing shortage is real. Affordable housing remains elusive. The "solution" passed by Congress will do little to help. The challenges to developers seem insurmountable. But Nick Khamsopa labors away, working with all available resources, and is thriving in the Hudson Valley, New York. Here's how he's done it. Plus listener questions including exceptions to the Maximum Allowable Offer "rule."

  2. Jun 25 ·  Video

    Flipping America 632, From Deal Hunting to Deal Flow

    Deal hunting is exhausting. Deal flow is transformational. After more than 2,000 real estate transactions, I've come to believe that the biggest difference between struggling investors and consistently successful ones has very little to do with negotiating, financing, or even finding great deals. It has everything to do with building a system. In this episode, I introduce the concept of the Real Estate Investing Deal Pipeline—a practical framework for creating a steady flow of opportunities instead of constantly chasing the next deal. We'll discuss why relying on a single lead source is risky, how to build multiple streams of opportunities, why abundance leads to better investing decisions, and the mindset shift that changed the way I built my business. I'll also share the story behind my completely rewritten book, Building Your Deal Pipeline: From Deal Hunting to Deal Flow, and explain how you can receive a free Advance Reader Copy before it's published. In this episode: Why "finding a deal" is the wrong goal The difference between deal hunting and deal flow The seven major sources that feed your Pipeline How to build a business that survives changing markets Why abundance creates selectivity—and more profitable decisions How to request a free Advance Reader Copy of my new book Want a free copy of the book? For a limited time, simply email Pipeline Book info@flippingamerica.net, and I'll personally send you an Advance Reader PDF. In return, I'm asking only for your honest feedback and a review after you've read it. As always... Keep your eyes open. Opportunities are everywhere.

  3. Jun 18 ·  Video

    They say "This market is terrible." I disagree

    Everyone says this market is terrible. Roger disagrees. For the past several years, real estate investors have faced bidding wars, institutional buyers, low inventory, and a market that often rewarded speed more than skill. Many investors concluded that good deals had simply disappeared. In this episode of Flipping America, Roger explains why today's market may actually be creating more opportunities than we've seen in years. As competition fades and easy money leaves the market, investors who know how to analyze properties, negotiate effectively, solve problems, and create value may find themselves with an advantage once again. Roger discusses: • Why the current market is giving investors their "job" back • The difference between having a deal problem and having a lead problem • Why lead generation remains the lifeblood of every investing business • House hacking as a long-term wealth-building strategy • The surprising opportunities hiding in outdated high-end homes • Real-world examples from Roger's investing career Plus, Roger introduces a brand-new recurring segment, "Would'a Been Viral," featuring a true story about a rental property, a refrigerator that didn't fit, and a tenant who decided a chainsaw was the appropriate solution. Whether you're a new investor looking for your first deal or an experienced operator wondering where the opportunities have gone, this episode offers a different perspective on a market many people have already written off. Subscribe to Real Estate Investing Quick Tips at: https://flippingamerica.net/quicktips Explore Rewind: https://flippingamerica.net/rewind Explore Wonder: https://flippingamerica.net/wonder Connect with Roger: LinkedIn and X: @FlippingAmerica Website: https://flippingamerica.net

  4. Jun 3 ·  Video

    Flipping America 630, Sometimes It's WHAT You Know

    Richard "Coach" Fino from The CE Shop joins Roger Blankenship to talk real estate education, professional development, and what agents and investors need to know to level up in today's market. 🏠 IN THIS EPISODE: What to look for when buying older homes (and when to walk away) A flip that won't sell with a hard money loan expiring — what are your options? Fix-and-flip ROI hits lowest point since 2007 — what that really means Why secondary markets are outperforming right now Where mortgage rates are headed for the rest of 2026 🎓 SPECIAL OFFER — This Week Only: Save 50% on real estate licensing and CE courses at The CE Shop. 👉 fan.theceshop.com — Use code LAUNCH at checkout 📬 FREE NEWSLETTERS: Daily investing tips → flippingamerica.net/quicktips World history daily → flippingamerica.net/rewind Daily wonder & science → flippingamerica.net/wonder 🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW: Flipping America is hosted by Roger Blankenship — 25 years, 2,000+ deals, 630 episodes. Real investing. Real results. 📲 FOLLOW US: LinkedIn & X: @FlippingAmerica YouTube: youtube.com/FlippingAmerica #RealEstateInvesting #HouseFlipping #FlippingAmerica #RealEstateEducation #TheCEShop #RealEstatePodcast

  5. May 27

    The ROAD To Housing Bill Won't Change Anything

    Congress just passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act with overwhelming bipartisan support — 396 to 13 in the House. Roger Blankenship says it won't move the needle on housing affordability. Not even close. In this episode, Roger breaks down what the bill actually does, why the diagnosis is wrong, and why the one thing it will accomplish will be to establish the precedent that the government may cap private ownership of a legal asset class. This is the part we should be most concerned about. The real constraints on housing supply aren't institutional investors. They're regulatory costs, permitting delays, impact fees, tariff-inflated material costs, labor shortages, and a system that makes building expensive before a single nail is driven. Roger lays out a full list of solutions that would actually help — including a few nobody in Washington is talking about.

    The ROAD To Housing Bill Won't Change Anything

  6. May 20

    When the Lien is a Lie

    Roger Blankenship is back with Episode 628 of the Flipping America Show. This week: the story of Marjorie Josaphat, a Los Angeles homeowner who finished her renovation and discovered two fraudulent mechanics liens totaling $49 million on her title — and what every investor needs to know to protect themselves. Plus: Zillow sued Compass and the Chicago MLS in a fight over who controls listing data and who gets to call it consumer protection; new Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidelines that take effect August 3rd could make your condo non-warrantable overnight; and the fractional ownership trend sweeping resort markets — is it real estate or an expensive vacation club with a deed stapled to it? Listener questions from Rebecca in Philadelphia and John in Stockbridge, GA. Send your questions to questions@flippingamerica.net. Find funding at flippingamerica.net/funding. Subscribe to REI Quick Tips free at flippingamerica.net/quicktips.

    When the Lien is a Lie

  7. May 13

    FAR 627 We're Back

    Roger Blankenship is back — and he didn't come back quiet. After more than two years away, the Flipping America Show returns for Season 8 with real news, real analysis, and the story of how Roger and Dianna survived Hurricane Helene trapped in a North Carolina mountain cabin while a 200-foot drop crept to within six inches of their front door. This episode covers seven stories reshaping real estate right now: Zillow and Realtor.com joining forces on pre-market listings, mortgage rates stuck at 6.3–6.5% with no relief in sight, how tariffs could mean 450,000 fewer homes built through 2030, why new homes are suddenly cheaper than resale for the first time in decades, the FTC antitrust case moving forward against Zillow and Redfin, why everybody talking about Flint should know better, and what Kevin O'Leary got exactly right about New York's mayor being Miami's best real estate agent. Plus — the featured tip from REI Quick Tips: "You Can't Take a Riverboat Cruise in a Drainage Ditch." There's a river of money flowing through the rental property business. Your job is to find the stretch with water in it. Listener questions are back. Send yours to questions@flippingamerica.net. Find funding for your next deal at flippingamerica.net/funding. Subscribe to REI Quick Tips free at flippingamerica.net/quicktips.

    FAR 627 We're Back

  8. 04/10/2024

    Flipping America 626, Note Investing, with Fred Moskowitz

    What if you could invest in real estate without actually owning the properties? And what if you could scale up a business and never deal with repairs, tenants, property managers or contractors? That's coming up on Flipping America. We are talking today about Note Investing and Fred Moscowitz will be joining us in a few minutes. He is an educator and best selling author who has trained countless investors from all walks of life on how to create passive income streams of their own. As a fund manager, Fred manages a mortgage note investment fund and is considered an industry veteran within the note investing arena. Fred teaches the concept that individual investors are able to step into the shoes of the lender, through note investing, and effectively "be the bank". Fred takes pride in collaborating with investors to help them grow and profit in the note space, as well as being a trusted and valued resource in the arena of alternative investments. His new book, titled "The Little Green Book Of Note Investing, has recently launched. You may connect with Fred at https://www.fredmoskowitz.com/ Download Fred's special report on note investing at https://www.giftfromfred.com/ Book: "The Little Green Book Of Note Investing" pick up a copy on Amazon. I read it and he does a nice job of covering all the basics.

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We teach you how to make money in real estate. We cover news, trends, styles, markets, demographics, and technology that affect real estate investing. We also talk to market leaders and trend setters. Lastly, there's a bit of how-to information on nearly every show, with topics, Q&A from listeners, and presentations from our guests. Learn how to make and grow a fortune in your spare time or as a new career. We don't just talk about flipping houses. We talk about single family rentals, multi-family rentals, apartments, mobile home communities, commercial and industrial space, hotels and motels, golf courses, and raw land. We cover the entire gamut of real estate asset classes. We also discuss strategies for cash flow, acquisition, and property disposition. These include hard money, private money, creative deal structures, mortgage wraps, wholesaling, contract assignments, lease options, lease sandwiches, and more. Learn how to start with nothing and work your way to millions. Find deep satisfaction in meaningful work that meets not only your income goals, but the needs of the community and your buyers.

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  • Creator
    Roger Blankenship
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    611
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Flipping America LLC 2020
  • Show Website
    Flipping America

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