PropPipeline Blog

Deal Analysis

How to Calculate ARV (After Repair Value): The Complete Guide

ARV is the single most important number in real estate investing. Master the exact process investors use to calculate after-repair value, pull accurate comps, and apply the 70% rule to maximize profits.

11/14/20259 min
Investment Strategy

Exit Strategies: When to Flip, Hold, or Wholesale

Not every property should be flipped. Learn the decision framework that determines which exit strategy maximizes profit based on market conditions, your resources, and the deal itself.

11/7/202510 min
Fix & Flip

The Real Cost of Rehabbing: What Flippers Actually Spend in Texas Markets

Underestimating rehab costs kills deals. Learn the real per-square-foot costs, hidden expenses, and Texas-specific considerations that determine whether your flip makes money or loses it.

11/4/202511 min
Investment Strategy

Off-Market vs. MLS: Where Smart Investors Find the Best Deals

MLS listings are picked over by thousands of buyers. Off-market deals give you a competitive edge. Learn where the best deals actually come from and how to access them.

10/31/20258 min
Legal & Compliance

Texas Real Estate Laws Every Wholesaler Must Know in 2025

Wholesaling is legal in Texas—but only if you follow the rules. Learn the exact legal requirements, disclosure obligations, and compliance strategies to wholesale properties without risking your business.

10/28/202510 min
Wholesaling Education

Building Your Cash Buyer List: The Complete 2025 Playbook

Your buyer list is your business. Learn the exact strategies top wholesalers use to find, qualify, and maintain relationships with cash buyers who close deals fast.

10/24/20259 min
Wholesaling Education

How to Analyze a Wholesale Deal in Under 5 Minutes

Master the quick math that separates profitable wholesale deals from time-wasters. Learn the formulas, red flags, and decision framework that experienced wholesalers use to evaluate properties on the spot.

10/21/20257 min
Market Insights

Why 2025 Is the Best Year for Wholesalers in Over a Decade

Investor purchases hit 30% of all home sales—the highest in 14 years. With cash buyers dominating the market and small investors controlling 85% of activity, wholesalers have unprecedented opportunity to scale.

10/14/20256 min
Market Insights

The Hidden Opportunity: Why Foreclosure Activity Is Rising—And What It Means for Investors

Foreclosure filings jumped 17% year-over-year in Q3 2025, with bank repossessions up 33%. While this signals distress for some homeowners, it creates unprecedented opportunity for cash buyers and wholesalers who know where to look.

10/14/20257 min
Market Insights

First-Time Buyers Are Aging Out: Why This Creates Massive Opportunity for Wholesalers

The typical first-time homebuyer is now 38 years old—up from their late 20s in the 1980s. With traditional buyers sidelined by affordability challenges, investors are filling the gap. Here's how wholesalers can capitalize.

10/14/20256 min
Wholesaling Education

Assignment Fees in 2025: What Wholesalers Are Actually Earning (And How to Increase Yours)

Assignment fees typically range from $5,000 to $30,000, with most wholesalers averaging $10,000 per deal. But the top performers are earning significantly more. Here's how to maximize your wholesale profits in today's market.

10/14/20258 min
Case Study

From Foundation Fix to Flip: A Sherman, TX Case Study

A dated home on the south side of Sherman was transformed through smart design choices, layout rework, and disciplined project management. Here’s how strategic renovations and cost control turned it into a profitable flip.

10/11/20257 min
Market Analysis

Texas Wholesale Real Estate Markets: Where to Find the Best Investment Deals in 2025

From DFW to Houston, Austin to El Paso—discover which Texas markets offer the strongest wholesale opportunities for real estate investors in 2025.

10/6/20258 min
Investment Strategy

5 Essential Tips for First-Time Real Estate Investors

Breaking into real estate investing can feel overwhelming. Learn the fundamental strategies that every successful investor wishes they knew when starting out.

9/25/20255 min
Deal Analysis

Understanding the 70% Rule in Wholesaling

The 70% rule is a cornerstone of wholesale real estate. Discover how to calculate it correctly and why it matters for your investment success.

9/20/20257 min
Investment Strategy

How to Build a Real Estate Buy Box That Works

Your Buy Box is the foundation of smart investing. Learn how to define criteria that keep you focused on profitable deals.

9/15/20256 min
Wholesaling

What to Ask a Wholesaler Before Buying Their Deal

Not every wholesale deal is created equal. Here are the must-ask questions before you sign or send earnest money.

9/10/20256 min