How to Fund Your Fix and Flips FAST
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Flipping Homes is a Race—Is Your Money Stuck at the Starting Line?
Today we are going to discuss how to fund your fix and flips fast! Flipping homes is all about speed. The faster you get your project done and on the market, the more money you make. But if your cash flow isn’t ready when you need it, everything slows down.
The Biggest Problem: Cash Flow
Many investors believe that since the lender funds the deal, they shouldn’t run into money problems. But here’s the reality: lenders hold escrow funds for your repairs, and they only release money after the work is completed. That means you need money upfront to:
- Pre-order materials like doors and windows.
- Pay contractors so they can schedule and start work.
- Cover costs for permits, architects, or engineers.
This creates a major issue. You need money to start the work, but the lender only gives you money once the work is done. So, how do you fix this?
The Solution: Get Your Money Bucket Ready
The best fix-and-flip investors don’t wait until closing to figure out how they’ll cover upfront costs. They plan ahead by having fast-access funds available. This doesn’t mean you need a huge bank account—just a plan for immediate access to cash when needed.
Where Can You Get Fast Money?
- Business or personal lines of credit – Available cash when you need it.
- Business credit cards – Use them strategically to cover upfront costs.
- Private lenders or partners – Borrow short-term funds from other investors.
- Savings reserves – If available, set aside cash before you start.
Real Investor Example: Flipping in 4 Weeks
One investor we work with flips homes in four weeks or less—even with major structural repairs. How? He has his money bucket ready. He pre-orders materials, pays contractors upfront, and moves through the project without waiting on lender disbursements. The result? More flips, more profits, and less stress.
The Cost of Not Being Ready
If you don’t have a plan for funding your upfront costs, delays pile up fast:
- Lost time: Every extra month costs interest, taxes, and insurance.
- Lost contractors: If you don’t pay them, they move on to other jobs.
- Missed market opportunities: A project meant for peak selling season (May-July) could get delayed into winter, making it harder to sell.
What happens next? Investors who start without a plan often lose profits or even go into debt. We don’t want that to happen to you.
Get Ahead: Build Your Money Bucket Now
Investing is about learning before jumping in—not figuring it out as you go. The smartest investors set up their money bucket first. This includes:
✅ Having a plan for upfront costs. ✅ Knowing where your money will come from. ✅ Moving fast once the deal closes.
Even using short-term credit at 24-28% is often cheaper than missing deadlines, racking up interest payments, and losing months of potential profits.
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