Table of Contents

Acknowledgments. Chapter 1. Introduction. Chapter 2. Flipping Properties Defined. Chapter 3. The Value Play Strategy. Chapter 4. Ten Ways to Locate Properties. Chapter 5. Valuation Methodologies. Chapter 6. Financial Analysis. Chapter 7. Seven Steps of Successful Negotiations. Chapter 8. Financing and Closing Considerations. Chapter 9. Assemble A Winning Team of Professionals. Chapter 10. Three Keys To Maximizing Your Potential. Chapter 11. The Three Principles of Power. Appendix A: Property Inspection Check List. Appendix B: Owner and Subcontractor Agreement. Appendix C: Sample Real Estate Forms. Appendix D: Sample Personal Financial Statement. Appendix E: www.thevalueplay.com. Appendix F: www.symphony--homes.com. Index.

About the Author

STEVE BERGES is a real estate investment professional with over twenty--five years experience in the industry. As Principal of Symphony Homes, Berges is an active investor specializing in single--family houses, multifamily apartment complexes, and the development and construction of single--family housing communities. He is also the author of The Complete Guide to Buying and Selling Apartment Buildings (Wiley). Steve Berges holds an MBA degree in finance and marketing from Rice University.