Fix & Flip vs. Buy & Hold: Which Strategy Works Best for You?

Episode • Mar 4 • 25m

In this foundational episode of Uncontested Investing, we take a deep dive into real estate investment strategies—breaking down the key differences between fix-and-flip vs. buy-and-hold and discussing when it makes sense to transition into multifamily properties. With market conditions constantly shifting, it’s critical to understand which approach aligns with your goals while analyzing trends, leveraging networking, and balancing risks and rewards in today’s real estate landscape.

Whether you’re a new investor looking to take that first step or a seasoned pro scaling your portfolio, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you make smarter, more strategic investment decisions.

Key Talking Points of the Episode

00:00 Introduction

01:08 Fix-and-Flip vs. Buy-and-Hold: Which strategy works best for you?

05:30 The importance of experience to your success in real estate

08:15 The Buy Box: Setting clear investment parameters to avoid costly mistakes

11:01 Networking, mentorship, and partnerships

16:05 Multifamily Investing 101: When and how to scale up

21:10 The pros and cons of investing in multifamily properties

24:11 The importance of sticking to a strategy to avoid common pitfalls

Quotables

“Fix-and-flip looks sexy on TV, but if it doesn’t align with your goals, it can set you back.”

“Know your market. Investing without research is like gambling with your future.”