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The Return of Inspector Gadget…With the City

Inspector Dean Gadget does a rough inspection of a CT Homes property. Equipped with more tools and generally acting like a tool, Inspector Gadget does all he can to frustrate Dick Esajian.

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Overcoming Your Height Disadvantage & Bandit Signs

Bandit signs are a very effective marketing campaign, but there are simple steps you can do to make this form of advertising really excel for your business. JD walks us through some simple steps and explains the tools he uses to ensure he gets the most out of his bandit sign campaign.

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Subpar Construction & Customer Under Appreciation 101

New investor, Richard Esajian meets with Subpar Construction contractor, J. Holmes, at his project in San Diego. Meeting & prescreening contractors is a critical part to building a successful real estate investing business. J. Holmes is a good example of a contractor you should clearly avoid…unless you need an expert in Filet of Fish sandwiches or proper quantities of tartar sauce.

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The Biggest Opportunities in Residential Real Estate: REOs & Short Sales

JD Esajian discusses the biggest, most popular opportunities in residential real estate which is REO properties and Short Sales. There are a ton of deals out there and it is not enough just to get offers out, but getting the right offers out there so you can profit from them.

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FBTV Cribs – Hilltop Estate

On this episode of Cribs, J-Dizzle, Paulie-D, Big Boy Bruce tour us through their hilltop mansion & give you a behind the scenes look at how large they are living. From how they pick their attire in the morning to what’s on the menu for dinner to long, relaxing soaks in the tub while watching Golden Girls, we got the inside scoop of what it feels like to live like this dynamic trio.

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Inspector Gadget Attacks…Dealing with the Difficult HOME INSPECTOR

Have you had a deal blow up because of a difficult or bad home inspector….well watch this!!!
1) How do deal with the difficult hope inspector
2) What to say and what not to say to have the inspection go smooth
3) How to look cool in $2 sunglasses and a fake Sheriffs Badge
4) Controlling your emotions and making friends with Inspectors
5) Why JD is a better wrestler than Paul
6) Creating a smooth inspection process to CASH a check

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Landscaping Ideas for Creating a Clean & Functional Backyard

JD is on site at one of his projects again and discusses the specifics to creating an inviting and useful backyard with your landscaping. While landscaping in the backyard is not as important as curb appeal landscaping, it can’t be overlooked & often times, it can really add to the attractiveness of the property

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Septic Tank Basics – What Are They and How Do You Repair Them” Part 1

In this multiple part series JD will cover just what a septic tank is and the many parts that go into these systems.

- How do you inspect them and know when you have one on your property
- What do they do and how do they work
- How much do they coast to repair and replace
- Do the increase value or decrease value in your ARV
- When should you walk away form a deal with a septic tank
- Public sewer vs septic tank….who wins the way on poop

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House Foundations- Don’t fear the beast! Slab on Grade Foundations- Part 2

What is a slab on grade foundation and how do you know when and if your rehab has one
Learn what the major causes are of foundation problems and how to inspect for them
How do you repair slab foundations and prevent further problems for your buyers
Who are the key team members you need on your team to inspect and repair foundations
What types of documentation and permits do you need
How does JD install small foundations in his shoes to make him look taller on TV
Learn why JD looks like Ralph Macchio from the Karate Kid days

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House Foundations- Don’t fear the beast! Slab on Grade Foundations- Part 1

What is a slab on grade foundation and how do you know when and if your rehab has one
Learn what the major causes are of foundation problems and how to inspect for them
How do you repair slab foundations and prevent further problems for your buyers
Who are the key team members you need on your team to inspect and repair foundations
What types of documentation and permits do you need
How does JD install small foundations in his shoes to make him look taller on TV
Learn why JD looks like Ralph Macchio from the Karate Kid days

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Curb Appeal And Making The House Pop

JD Esajian from A&E’s “Flip This House” shows us his ideas on how to immediately impress a buyer and beautify the front of the home. He also shows us some other suggestions received on facebook.

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Sizzle Features

JD Esajian, from A&E’s Flip This House, is on location at one of CT Homes’ current projects and goes over what really sells a house…sizzle features. You have to give the buyer something to be excited about with the house and sizzle features is the way to achieve this

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Finding and Pre-screening Contractors

JD Esajian discusses how to find and prescreen contractors. What are the tell-tale signs of a contractor? Is this someone you can trust?

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High End Renovations and High End Income

JD Esajian from A&E’s “Flip this House” teaches us important home flipping strategies for luxury homes, the potential risks, and the spectacular profits. He also walks us through a case study of an excellent deal in San Diego, California, and how he structures the perfect offer.

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Successful Investing in REO Properties – Part 2

Part 2, Question and Answer Segment of the show. JD Esajian discusses in depth strategies on Bank Owned properties, what to look out for, and we go through a case study deciding “Deal or No Deal.”

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Successful Investing in REO Properties

JD Esajian discusses in depth strategies on Bank Owned properties, what to look out for, and we go through a case study deciding “Deal or No Deal.”

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