All of these are powerful out-the-box software with maintenance intake processes, rent payment, comunications, reporting & tracking, etc.

Hello Everyone,I’m curious how other house flippers on BP are adjusting their numbers going into 2026, especially with tighter financing boxes and higher rehab costs in a lot of markets.A few shifts I’m seeing and hearing from investors:Being more conservative on ARV, especially in markets that ran hot in 2020–2022Building in more cushion on rehab bids and timelinesFavoring projects with multiple exit options (flip, rental, wholetail) rather than “must‑flip” dealsFor active flippers:Have you tightened your max allowable offer (MAO) formula or required profit spread?

Many strong wholesalers build their buyer list by identifying people who have actually purchased with cash in the last 3–6 months in their target area, then organizing them by buy box (price range, property type, rehab level).That way you’re building a list based on real activity, not just interest.Also, track who responds fast, who can show proof of funds quickly, and who actually closes — that becomes your core buyer group for future deals.Building it intentionally now will pay off long term.

The biggest thing is getting clear on your buy box and execution strategy early.

Get to the point where you can look at a listing and basically know if it’s overpriced without a calculator.Her getting licensed can be a real edge if she leans into investor‑friendly knowledge (small multifamily, rental comps, zoning, lending basics), not just traditional buy/sell agent stuff.You don’t need a magic “engineer strategy," you need a first, clearly defined buy box (property type, price range, neighborhood, financing plan, basic return thresholds) and a clear timeline to write your first offer.I’m in the Chicago market as well and actively work with both house hackers and small multifamily investors.

Depending on your price point, and general buy box, you shouldn’t have a problem finding solid deals here.Most people find small multi (2-4 units) in B-C type areas to be the sweet spot around here in terms of cash flow and risk tolerance.

Stay the course on the duplex, but think outside YOUR box for more options!

The 50/50 profit split is legit.You pay a partner fee to get started.They pay for the houses, repairs, etc. and you split the profits 50/50.Buy box is residential 1-4 units and 65% to 70% of ARV (house plus cost of repairs total)

If you're active in the area, I'd love to hear what your 'buy box' looks like lately.Are you still sticking to the 70% rule, or has that shifted with current interest rates?

Hi Rosa, I am actually looking into investing in OKC, with my buy box surrounding OU Health medical center or other hospitals.