45. Flip Your House and Follow Your Dreams with Margaret Wright

  Margaret Wright is a powerhouse in business and real estate and an expert at flipping houses. Her training program, FlipChick Coaching, teaches women how to successfully flip houses, and her book, Own It: A Girl's Guide to Building Wealth in Real Estate, will come out in the next year or so. You can find Margaret on Twitter @TheFlipChick.   EPISODE Have you ever thought you were destined for more than your current job or career? On this episode of The Optimized Geek, Margaret shares how she went from the IT field with no free time, to flipping houses and living life on her terms. Even if you think that you don’t have the skills or resources to make serious money in real estate, Margaret can change your mind. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who dreams of getting into the flipping game.   We Discuss: The insecurities that don’t have to hold you back anymore. How to dress a house to increase interest. Choosing contractors and vendors. Your role as the owner.   LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED FlipChick Coaching Home Depot Angie’s List REI Blackbook   GET OPTIMIZED! 1) Is your career getting in the way of your dreams?  If so, it may be time to consider a change-visualize your ideal life so that you are able to create it. 2) Don’t rule out house flipping just because you aren’t crafty or handy.  In fact, being too involved in the reno/decor can slow the process. 3) Similarly, don't hire one contractor to do everything.  You want an expert plumber, an expert electrician, etc., not a "jack of all trades.”   THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! As always, thank you for tuning in. Please feel free to drop by the website to contact me or leave a comment. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it! -Stephan STAY CONNECTED Reboot and Improve Your Life - Free Guide | Twitter | Facebook