Flip This Town

On the journey to restoring your downtown, it is inevitable that you will encounter naysayers that don't believe that it is possible. In the final installment in the "You Asked For It" Mini-Series, Ron and Kristi share their experiences dealing with negativity downtown and provide ideas how to understand, process and manage it so it doesn't stop your downtown restoration momentum.

Making the case for residential downtown has its share of challenges, but it is absolutely worth the effort. The second in the "You Asked For It" mini-series, Ron and Kristi dive into the many ways to convince your community of the long term value of bringing lives downtown.

The sprinkler system is notorious for killing more projects than a wrecking ball. The first in the "You Asked For It" Series, Ron & Kristi explore the issue and why sprinklers don't have to be an impediment to building restoration.

Flip This Town is on the road again, this time in Durant, OK. In this episode, Ron & Kristi discuss the great potential for loft living in Durant and hear from key leaders in the community who are committed to planning intentionally to make this dream a reality.

Persuading a business to locate in your town is more than just luck, it is an art. In this episode, Ron & Kristi discuss when the time is right and the elements of a successful recruitment program.

We've all been there, wondering if we have the tools to make things happen in our downtown. If you're feeling unqualified, you're not alone! In this episode, Ron & Kristi share their journeys to the world of Main Street and the unexpected skills acquired along the way.

How can you attract kids to your downtown? Have you ever tried asking them? You might be surprised how many great ideas they have and are willing to share. In this episode, Ron & Kristi explore the many ways that you can engage the youth in your community and the long-term value to your downtown.

This week is a first as we go remote from Downtown Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, the site of Ron's latest 3-Day Consultation. Ron & Kristi discuss his initial findings and we also hear from the people of Sleepy Eye who are committed to restoring their downtown.

You've made the decision that you want to restore your downtown so where do you start? In this week's episode, Ron and Kristi provide a downtown revitalization road map to spark your efforts and get your plan on track.

This podcast is very special. Often times we talk about our mission of restoring the heart of America, one downtown at a time, but this one is what started the story for Ron. Listen as Ron goes way back to the beginning days as a small time developer working to improve neighborhoods in his small town of Siloam Springs, Arkansas. Learn how he made the transition into a very unlively downtown, eventually restoring over 15 buildings while working to restore Main Street. No only will this inspire you, but will give you a deeper understanding of how Flip This Town was born.