How To Buy Houses For Cash And Flip Them For Profit – John Medina and Lily Patrascu

Many believe that real estate investing requires a lot of money upfront. However, John Medina argues otherwise, sharing how he started flipping houses with minimal capital.

John Medina is the founder of John Medina Buys Houses, a family-run cash home-buying and real estate investment company based in San Pedro, California. After 21 years as a plumbing contractor, he transitioned into real estate in 2013, leveraging his skills to buy, renovate, and sell homes.

With a focus on a back-to-basics approach, John emphasizes the importance of knowing the value of a property before making a purchase. He provides practical tips on how to assess potential investments and avoid common pitfalls in the industry.

In this episode, John shares his ten commandments for successful house flipping, covering crucial aspects such as understanding repair costs, selecting the right properties, and negotiating effectively.

Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting, John’s insights will help you navigate the competitive real estate market with confidence. Don’t miss the chance to learn from his wealth of experience.

🔍 Understand the true value of a property before making an offer.
🤝 Build relationships with private money lenders for better funding options.
⚡ Always conduct thorough research and inspections before purchasing.
📈 Have a clear renovation budget and stick to it.
🎯 Focus on properties in desirable neighborhoods to maximize resale potential.

About the guest:

John Medina is the founder of John Medina Buys Houses, a family run cash home-buying and real estate investment company in San Pedro, California, serving Los Angeles and Orange County. After 21 years as a plumbing contractor, John went all in on real estate in 2013 and has since closed 257+ deals, buying, renovating, and reselling homes alongside his wife Yvette, who leads design on every project. Known for a back to basics, do right by people approach, John built the business from a single storefront in the town he grew up in.

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00:00:00 – Introduction to John Medina
00:02:50 – John’s First Investment Project
00:03:35 – Key Insight
00:06:10 – How to Get Cash for Your First Property
00:07:00 – Main Strategy
00:10:30 – John’s 10 Commandments for Flipping Houses
00:13:50 – Important Lesson
00:15:55 – Common Mistakes Made by Investors
00:17:15 – Business Advice
00:20:40 – Staging and Renovation Tips
00:26:00 – Finding Investors and Partnerships
00:30:10 – Understanding Market Value
00:35:40 – Managing Contractors Effectively
00:40:25 – Final Thoughts and Where to Connect

About The Host

Lily Patrascu is an ultra-creative book publisher and personal brand strategist for thought leaders, CEOs, luxury influencers. As an influencer, bestselling author, copywriter, global speaker, she supports busy entrepreneurs to find their message and share it with millions of people.

Feel free to connect with me or find out more about my book publishing/influential entrepreneur events/speaking/ projects here: & www.lily.global I am launching a few collaborative books: on property wealth strategies, confidence, millionaire secrets, health tools, AI, and seeking influencers with large communities to promote their expertise with the books. I can help you write/ghostwrite and publish your books in 90 days. Message me (Lily) on +447557351222 to collaborate.

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Welcome to the Property Wealth Strategies Podcast, hosted by Lily Patrascu! This podcast is your go-to resource for expert insights into the world of property investment, property management, and wealth-building strategies. Each episode features in-depth conversations with top industry professionals who share their expertise, success stories, and actionable tips to help you navigate the dynamic property market.