First Time Flippers: How to Buy, Renovate & Sell Your First Property

Schedule

Tue Apr 21 2026 at 09:30 am to 12:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Clarksville Library | Clarksville, IN

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A beginner-friendly class that walks you step-by-step through your first real estate flip.
About this Event

Thinking about flipping a house but not sure where to start?

Most people hear about real estate investing and assume you need a ton of money, construction experience, or some secret investor club password.

You don’t.

At this class we’re going to break down the actual process of completing a real estate flip from start to finish so you can see exactly how deals work in the real world.

This is designed for first-time investors, curious beginners, and agents who want to understand the flipping process better.

No hype. No guru nonsense. Just real strategy.

What You’ll Learn

We will walk through the five major steps of a successful flip and show you what actually happens at each stage.


1. Finding a Flip

How investors locate deals before everyone else.

• MLS strategies
• Off-market opportunities
• What makes a property worth flipping


2. Running the Numbers

The step most beginners skip (and regret).

• ARV (After Repair Value)
• Estimating rehab costs
• Profit margin expectations
• Quick deal analysis frameworks


3. Financing the Deal

How investors actually pay for these projects.

• Hard money lending
• Private investors
• Partnerships
• What lenders look for


4. Renovating the Property

How the flip actually happens.

• Hiring contractors
• Managing timelines
• Avoiding expensive mistakes
• Budget control


5. Selling the Flip

Turning the project into profit.

• Pricing strategies
• Preparing the property for sale
• Marketing the finished flip
• Avoiding common closing delays

Expert Panel

After each section, we’ll bring in experienced local professionals to answer questions and share real-world advice.

Panelists may include:

• Real estate investors
• Hard money lenders
• Contractors
• Real estate agents who specialize in flips
• Project managers

You’ll hear what works, what doesn’t, and what beginners should watch out for.

Live Q&A + Investor Discussion

We’ll wrap up with a live audience Q&A and discussion where you can:

• Ask your own questions
• Get feedback on your goals
• Learn next steps if you want to pursue your first flip

Who This Is For

This class is ideal if you are:

• Curious about flipping houses
• Interested in real estate investing but unsure where to start
• A homeowner wondering if investing could be possible for you
• A real estate agent who wants to better understand investor deals

What to Expect

• Beginner-friendly explanations
• Real examples from local investors
• Practical steps you can take after the class
• Opportunity to network with other investors

Hosted By

Summit Wealth Strategies

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Where is it happening?

Clarksville Library, 1312 Eastern Boulevard, Clarksville, United States

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