Achieving Impressive Spreads Through High-End Flips with Justin Silverio

Is your ultimate goal to increase the spreads of your investments to the point where you can comfortably quit your job? Tune in for a conversation with Justin Silverio, an investor who successfully made the switch to full-time real estate entrepreneur and who is now focusing on the niche of higher-end rehabs. For tips on deal evaluation, how to find contractors for your particular project, and direct mail strategies, don’t miss this inspiring episode of the BiggerPockets Podcast!

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In This Episode We Cover:

• Recap on last time Justin was a guest
• Why he was afraid to close that first deal
• Why he shifted to higher-end rehabs
• Market dips — and how he proactively takes advantage of them
• What key metrics he looks at when evaluating a deal
• The profit spreads Justin looks for
• Tips for finding contractors from lower end to higher end
• How many deals he does now
• How much he makes on each wholesale deal
• Tips for creating criteria for prospective properties
• How Justin does driving for dollars
• His hoarder house story
• What you should know about zoning restrictions that affect rebuiling a house
• How to track a direct mail list
• His experience quitting his job
• His most exciting deals
• And SO much more!

Links from the Show

• BP Podcast 186: How to Get Your First Few Properties — Even in a Competitive Market with Dave Meyer
• BiggerPockets Webinar
• BP Podcast 058: Flipping and Wholesaling Homes While Working Full Time with Justin Silverio
• BiggerPockets Facebook Profile
• BiggerPockets Forums
• Dave’s Twitter Account
• Brandon’s Twitter Account

Books Mentioned in this Show

• The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller
• Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
• The New One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard

Tweetable Topics:

• “When you go to a higher price point, the ability to create a larger profit is just much greater.” (Tweet This!)
• “If there’s a deal, you will find the money.” (Tweet This!)
• “It’s really difficult when you start, but after you get through the first couple deals, it gets easier.” (Tweet This!)

Connect with Justin

• Justin’s BiggerPockets Profile
• Open Letter Marketing
• Email Justin

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