Buy and Hold vs. Rehab and Flip ?

[Nicholas O.]

Hi guys,

I'm just starting out in Real Estate and would like to know the pros and cons to buying and holding (with renters)  vs. Rehabbing and flipping?  Does anyone have experience doing both?  Which offers the best bang for your buck/time?

[Max T.]

I recommend the hybrid strategy of buy (low), rehab, then hold/rent.

Force up appreciation through the rehab, collect monthly cash flow, and set yourself up for a nice equity loan some years later to finance your next project.