In this new solo series of Burning the Ships, I’m shifting from weekly rambles to tactical deep dives and today we’re kicking off with how to underwrite a single-family fix and flip deal.

I walk through the full process step by step: from defining your goals, to calculating ARV (After Repair Value), to backing into your Max Allowable Offer. We break down the often-overlooked holding costs, closing costs, and realtor commissions that can kill your margins if you don’t account for them.

But this episode isn’t just about math, it’s about discipline. Because the hardest part of underwriting isn’t the numbers, it’s sticking to them when your emotions want the deal to work.

Whether you’re an investor or just someone looking to sharpen your mindset, this episode will give you a framework for discipline that applies far beyond real est ...