How to Fix-and-Flip Like a Boss

SouthCreek Flips Shows Us How to Fix-and-Flip Like a Boss

As you may know, Level 4 Funding is a hard money lender and we help a whole lot of people realize their dreams, especially those who focus on fix and flips or rehabs. From time to time, we come across someone who’s story and work is just too inspirational not to share. Pam Bauer and Marsha Burton of SouthCreek Flips are two such people. Marsha was kind enough to talk with us a little about some of their recent flips as well as what keeps them in the business.

Pam’s Been a General Contractor for 25 Years

Having a background in the industry makes the transition to flipping houses much easier. In Pam’s case, her 25 years of work as a general contractor gave her a great background for fix-and-flips. With nine years of direct fix-and-flip experience and Marsha as a partner, SouthCreek Flips has completed 18 properties in 3 years.

The Pair Follows the Motto, “The Uglier, the Better”

While those just getting into the fix-and-flip business will likely want to select modest projects, the expertise these ladies bring to the table means they can tackle homes that others might shy away from. “Hoarder houses,” as Marsha calls them, are a favorite. The pair specifically targets homes that might appear beyond help to others due to trash and debris, filth, or shoddy upkeep, and often networks with realtors and other real estate investors to help ensure the right projects land with the right rehabbers.

Carving Out a Family Paradise is its Own Reward

Even though fix-and-flips can be lucrative if you know what you’re doing, Marsha says they’re driven by more altruistic means. The pair works largely in low-income areas, restoring 2-3-bedroom homes for people who want a nice place to stay near family, but can’t find quality housing in the area. She says her favorite project to-date involved just this; rehabbing a hoarder house with mold problems. The house actually sold before it even listed for more than asking price because the buyer was so excited to have the opportunity to purchase a nice home near his mother. Check out the stunning photos of it below!

Dennis Dahlberg Broker/RI/CEO/MLO

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About the author: Dennis has been working in the real estate industry in some capacity for the last 40 years. He purchased his first property when he was just 18 years old. He quickly learned about the amazing investment opportunities provided by trust deed investing and hard money loans. His desire to help others make money in real estate investing led him to specialize in alternative funding for real estate investors who may have trouble getting a traditional bank loan. Dennis is passionate about alternative funding sources and sharing his knowledge with others to help make their dreams come true. Dennis has been married to his wonderful wife for 38 years. They have 2 beautiful daughters 4 amazing grandchildren. Dennis has been an Arizona resident for the past 32 years.