What Is a Live-In Flip Strategy?

Real Life Planning Podcast

In Episode 48 of the Real Life Planning Podcast, Cynthia Meyer, CFA®, CFP®, ChFC®, breaks down the live-in flip strategy - a unique approach to real estate investing where homeowners renovate their primary residence and sell it for a profit after at least two years. She explains how this strategy can help investors maximize tax-free capital gains under Section 121, outlines financing options, and shares insights into the benefits and challenges of living in a renovation. This podcast is for educational purposes only.

"...if you are somebody that loves the work on home renovation projects, this could be a good fit for you.” - Cynthia Meyer

This week on Real Life Planning Podcast:

💡 What is a live-in flip, and how does it differ from a traditional flip? [00:01:20]

💡 How does the Section 121 capital gains tax exclusion work? [00:02:06]

💡 What are the pros and cons of a live-in renovation? [00:06:12]

💡 How can you finance a live-in flip? [00:12:44]

💡 What are the key tax rules and eligibility requirements? [00:17:45]

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About the Real Life Planning Podcast

Hosts Cynthia Meyer and Vekevia Tillman-Jones explore practical steps for real estate investors to build financial freedom and make working for someone else optional.

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