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Why Waiting Until 2027 Costs You Money

Everyone’s waiting for interest rates to drop before they buy a house. That’s the biggest mistake you can make right now.

The truth? Now is the best time to buy. Here’s why.

High rates have scared most buyers out of the market. Fewer people are looking. But there’s another problem for sellers. It’s winter. Nobody wants to move in December. The people still listing? They’re desperate. They don’t want to carry that house into the new year.

That means less competition for you. That means sellers willing to negotiate. That means opportunity.

We break down what waiting until 2027 actually costs you. More buyers back in the market. Sellers with options again. Interest rates that might not drop the way you think they will.

Plus we talk about seasonality. Winter slump. Political uncertainty. And why most people won’t take action on what they should be doing right now.

If you’re thinking about buying a house, this episode is for you.

In this conversation, Gary Crawford discusses his approach to real estate flipping, focusing on value-add deals and the importance of choosing the right towns. He shares insights on market risks, finding deals, and the challenges faced in specific areas. In this conversation, Andres Bernal discusses his experiences in real estate, focusing on the importance of permits, partnerships, and effective property management. He also shares insights on funding strategies, learning resources, and predictions for the real estate market.

Takeaways

• Focus on value-add deals
• Be cautious with high-end flips Permit management is crucial
• Partnerships enhance real estate success

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Gary Crawford
• 01:00 Flipping Strategies and Market Risks
• 05:13 Finding Deals and Wholesalers
• 06:53 Choosing the Right Towns for Flips
• 16:01 Towns to Avoid for New Investors
• 22:03 Challenges in Specific Towns
• 28:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
• 29:09 Navigating Permits and Regulations
• 32:06 Real Estate Partnerships and Units
• 33:34 Evaluating Property Locations
• 35:02 Managing Tenants and Property Management
• 40:54 Funding and Financing Strategies
• 46:09 Learning and Education in Real Estate
• 55:11 Market Predictions and Future Trends

What does it actually take to go from a 9 to 5 at Bank of America to 76 doors in one of the most challenging real estate markets in the country?

Andres brings on Gus Ofili, a Maine based real estate investor, agent, and host of Behind the Doors Podcast to talk about the mindset shifts, deal finding strategies, and hard lessons that separate real investors from people just talking about it. They get into student rentals, making low offers without fear, why appreciation is a gamble not a strategy, and the one thing a new investor should do right now with only $10,000 in their account.

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Connect with Andres Bernal
https://www.instagram.com/andresberna1/
https://www.facebook.com/andres.bernal.998092

Access our Free Flipping Calculator
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Master of Flips link:
https://www.amazon.com/Master-Flips-flipping-houses-consistently/dp/B0HBWPY2BF/ref=sr_1_1?

Most people post their wins on social media and wonder why nothing converts.

In this episode, Andres breaks down the exact framework he has used to raise almost 2 million dollars and close 30 to 40 deals through Instagram and Facebook alone, without a massive following. From the give four times before you ask rule to why explaining the how beats sharing the win every time, these are the strategies that are actually working right now in real estate.

Connect with Andres Bernal

https://www.instagram.com/andresberna1/

https://www.facebook.com/andres.bernal.998092

Access our Free Flipping Calculator:

https://stan.store/Andresbernal/p/flipping-calculator

Master of Flips link:

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Flips-flipping-houses-consistently/dp/B0HBWPY2BF/ref=sr_1_1

Your rental listing has showings but nobody is applying.

In this episode, Andres Bernal speaks with Alan Rodriguez, a Denver real estate broker dealing with the realities of one of the toughest rental markets in the country, to figure out exactly what is going wrong. They get into property pricing mistakes, rental leads that go nowhere, why Facebook Marketplace is beating out Zillow for certain properties, and the pre-screening message that simplifies tenant screening before the showing even happens.
If you manage rentals or are just trying to get yours occupied, this one will save you months of frustration.

Connect with Alan Rodriguez

https://www.instagram.com/alangrodz?igsi=Z25qcWhmc2d3a2tt

Connect with Andres Bernal

https://www.instagram.com/andresberna1/

https://www.facebook.com/andres.bernal.998092

Access our Free Flipping Calculator:

https://stan.store/Andresbernal/p/flipping-calculator

Master of Flips link:

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Flips-flipping-houses-consistently/dp/B0HBWPY2BF/ref=sr_1_1

Andres Bernal shares his experience and mistakes in house flipping, emphasizing the importance of setting clear expectations in partnerships and taking a conservative approach to real estate decisions. He discusses encountering problems, pricing and selling strategy, partnership mistakes, dealing with offers and inspections, budgeting and renovation mistakes, understanding buyer preferences, and realtor guidance.

Takeaways

• Mistakes in house flipping
• Setting clear expectations in partnerships

Chapters

• 00:00 The Reality of House Flipping
• 02:03 Encountering Problems in House Flipping
• 03:36 Pricing and Selling Strategy
• 04:26 Partnership Mistakes
• 06:32 Dealing with Offers and Inspections
• 10:29 Budgeting and Renovation Mistakes
• 12:24 Understanding Buyer Preferences
• 13:24 Realtor Guidance and Conservative Approach

In this episode, Andrés Bernal breaks down one of the most misunderstood topics in real estate: how immigrants can buy property in the United States. Whether you live inside or outside the country, this conversation explains the real differences between visas, green cards, citizenship, and how each affects your ability to qualify for a mortgage.

Andrés shares his personal journey—getting denied 17 times, flipping over 100 homes, completing 200+ renovations, and building a large real estate portfolio. You’ll learn how DSCR loans work, how immigrants can buy homes without a Social Security Number, and why the U.S. offers one of the most powerful systems for building wealth through real estate.

If you're an immigrant, investor, or someone curious about owning property in the U.S., this episode is for you.

House Inspection Red Flags: Underground Oil Tanks, Septic Systems, Foundation Cracks & More Every Home Buyer Must Know

Buying a house — whether it's a flip, a rental, or your primary home — comes with hidden risks most buyers never see coming. After 12 years investing, 200+ renovations, and 100+ flips, I've learned the hard way which inspections you can never skip.

In this episode of Before the Profit, I walk through the 6 most dangerous — and most overlooked — home defects:

• Underground oil tanks: why cheap inspections give you a false sense of security, and how contamination can cost $8,000–$9,000 per truckload of soil removal
• Septic tank problems: the difference between a $7,000 fix and a $40,000 full system replacement
• Knob and tube wiring: how outdated electrical hides inside your walls and what a full rewire really costs
• High water tables: why a wet basement can kill your resale value even if the sump pump "works fine"
• Mold remediation: how a small stain became a deal-breaker with one buyer — and cost me $5,000 trying to save it
• Foundation cracks, settling, and bowing walls: when to panic, and when it's just an old house doing what old houses do

Whether you're a first-time home buyer, a new investor, or a seasoned flipper, this episode gives you the tactical, real-world knowledge to protect your investment before you close.

📚 Plus — a first look at my upcoming book, Master of Flips, coming soon on Amazon.

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Andres Bernal shares a new, less risky method of flipping houses, focusing on strategic renovations to increase property value. He discusses the identification of entry-level homes, the strategy of strategic renovations, and presents a case study of flipping a house in Norwich, Connecticut. The impact of renovations on house value, the importance of cosmetic renovations, and the tactical approach to flipping houses are also explored. Additionally, considerations for future homeowners and an announcement about an upcoming book are shared.

Takeaways

• Less risky flipping
• Strategic renovations

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to New House Flipping Method
• 00:30 Identifying Entry-Level Homes for Flipping
• 02:08 The Strategy of Strategic Renovations
• 03:07 Case Study: Flipping a House in Norwich, Connecticut
• 04:26 The Outcome of Strategic Renovations
• 05:23 The Impact of Renovations on House Value
• 06:54 The Importance of Cosmetic Renovations
• 13:14 Flipping Luxury Houses
• 15:24 Tactical Approach to Flipping Houses
• 17:55 Bonus: Consideration for Future Homeowners
• 19:43 Conclusion and Book Announcement

The podcast episode explores the Section Eight program, discussing its pros and cons, tenant experiences, and the impact on landlords. It provides insights into managing Section Eight properties and the challenges associated with the program.

Takeaways

• Stable income from the government
• Section Eight tenants may have a longer tenancy due to limited housing options

Chapters

• 00:00 Understanding Section Eight
• 05:04 Tenant Experiences and Property Damage
• 12:11 Government Funding and Landlord Risks