Post Your Real Estate Losses and Watch Deals Show Up with Justine

Real estate investing lessons from a phoenix flipping agent

In this episode of The Real Estate Investing Club Podcast, I sit down with Justine Ramos, known online as That Flipping Agent, to talk about what it really takes to build wealth through real estate. Justine got started in 2019, wholesaled deals all over the Phoenix market, and is now in the middle of her first big renovation. If you want practical real estate investing advice from someone actively doing deals, this conversation is for you.

The phoenix BRRRR strategy and a six-figure rehab

Justine breaks down her first major rehab in Phoenix, a hundred thousand dollar renovation she is running with the BRRRR strategy: buy, rehab, rent, refinance, and repeat. She shares how it feels to finally be on the buyer side of the transaction after years of wholesaling, why it has been one of the hardest things she has done, and the lessons she has learned in just twelve weeks. She also explains how her small Midwest rental properties fit into her overall investing plan.

How my first flip opened my eyes to real estate

I share my own story about a flip I did back in 2014 with a buddy. We had no idea what we were doing, but we walked away with an eighty-something-thousand-dollar check, and it showed me that real estate investing works. We also talk about why house flipping is its own skill set and a full-time business when done right.

Quick question round for real estate investors

We move into rapid-fire questions on the best education for new investors, including why Justine loves the BiggerPockets community. Justine also shares the one piece of advice she would give her younger self: do not listen to other people's self-doubt. We talk about why friends and family often project their fears onto your goals, and why you should only take advice from people who have achieved what you want to achieve.

Invest in your own backyard

When I ask for her favorite metro to invest in, Justine says Phoenix, because it is where she lives and knows the neighborhoods best. We discuss why location matters so much in real estate and why knowing your local market helps you avoid costly mistakes.

Generate real estate leads with social media

Justine is the first guest on the show to name social media as her favorite way to find deals and new connections. She explains how posting consistently on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, sharing both wins and losses, and saying yes to podcast opportunities has transformed her business.

Real estate partnership lessons learned

Justine opens up about a partnership conflict that caused delays on her current renovation, even though she trusted these people for years. She explains why she had to hire a lawyer, and how she will use written agreements that spell out expectations, what happens when things go right or wrong, and how disagreements get handled. I add my own thoughts on setting up great partnerships.

Who this episode is for

This episode is perfect for new investors, aspiring flippers, wholesalers, and anyone curious about BRRRR, partnerships, and social media marketing for real estate.

Takeaways for your financial freedom journey

Whether you are chasing your first rental, planning a flip, or building a portfolio, Justine's story shows the value of consistency, transparency, and clear agreements. Real estate investing rewards people who take action, learn from mistakes, and protect their deals.

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