Why Flippers in St. Louis Aren’t Sweating Like the Rest of the Country

While Phoenix, Austin, and Vegas are all cooling down faster than a Busch Light left on the porch in February… guess who’s still flipping houses and actually making money?

St. Louis.

Here’s the difference:

• Other markets rode the rocket ship (and now they’re free-falling).

• We never got the rocket ship. STL real estate has always been… steady.

• Our “big swings” look like small ripples compared to Sun Belt booms.

That means:

• Prices here didn’t inflate 40% overnight.

• Buyers aren’t panicking out.

• And flippers like us can still find spreads that make sense.

We’ve made money in up markets, down markets, sideways markets. The key? Buying right.
(Translation: never assume Zillow appreciation will bail you out. It won’t.)

If you’re running comps in St. Louis, you’ll notice spreads are tighter. Materials cost more. Buyers are cautious. But you can still make 5-figure profits if you know what to look for.

We’re still flipping. Still making mistakes. Still texting each other like,
“Wait… did we just buy another house with knob-and-tube?”
“Yep.”

Lesson: Don’t chase the hyped boomtown headlines. Look for the boring, steady markets. That’s where wealth actually gets built.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or legal advice. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before making investment decisions.