BRRRR METHODS VS FLIPPING HOUSES FOR STARTING OUT

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Between the BRRRR method and house flipping, which is better to start in? Both methods involve buying distressed properties and fixing them up. They differ after that point.

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BRRRR Method One aspect of the BRRRR method that is nice is that you do not have to add quite as much equity as if you were going to flip it since you are not selling it.

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BRRRR Method Pros

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BRRRR Method Cons

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The Fix and Flip Method

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Fix and Flip Method Pros

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Fix and Flip Method Cons

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