10 Flipper Red Flags Every Homebuyer Needs to Spot! 🚨 (Flipper Detection Agency) | Ep 37

Welcome to How to Handyman, the podcast where we empower women to take care of their homes and investigate cheap flipper crimes! In today’s episode, Emily, Samantha, and Arley launch the Flipper Detection Agency to uncover the most common shortcuts flippers take to make a house look pretty while hiding massive structural, plumbing, and electrical red flags. We break down what the crime is, why it’s a hazard, and the realistic ways you can fix it!---⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Welcome & Weekly Dedication (Judy Young!)01:25 - Big Announcement: Submit Your Own Side Quest Dedications!02:15 - 3 Minutes of Chaos (Book, TV, & Skincare Recs)07:40 - Welcome to the Flipper Detection Agency09:10 - Crime 1: Bouncy "Trampoline" LVP Flooring14:35 - Crime 2: The "Landlord Special" Paint Job17:10 - Crime 3: The Faux Open Concept & Load-Bearing Wall Failures22:00 - Crime 4: Lipstick on a Pig Plumbing (Corroded Galvanized Steel)26:15 - Crime 5: Layer Cake Flooring & High Transitions30:45 - Crime 6: Fake Ground Outlets & Open Ground Hazards34:20 - Crime 7: Caulk Illusion Trim Work36:00 - Crime 8: The Shower "Sponge Bath" & Missing Waterproofing42:10 - Crime 9: Exhaust Fans Venting to "Nowhere"44:30 - Crime 10: Mulch Mountains & Hidden Foundation Issues✨ JOIN US IN PERSON* The August Intensive in Lansing, MI: Grab your ticket for our all-day, hands-on workshop! We are teaching you how to swap toilets, fix drywall, and conquer power tools. (Only 40 spots available!) * 🎟️ Get your ticket here: https://howtohandymaam.com/class-registration 🤝 SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY* Join our Patreon: Want exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early access to tickets, and a way to directly support the pod? Join the crew! * 🧡 Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/HowtoHandymaam* Subscribe to the Newsletter: Get DIY tips, project updates, and first dibs on our live events sent straight to your inbox. * 💌 Sign up here: https://howtohandymaam.com/newsletter🛠️ OUR FAVORITE TOOLS* Constantly wondering what drill, saw, or safety glasses we are using? We put all our tried-and-true favorites in one place! * 🛒 Shop our Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/howtohandymaam * Shop our Lowes Storefront https://www.lowes.com/l/creator/howtohandymaam🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST* New episodes drop every week! If you loved this, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handymaam-a-home-improvement-comedy-podcast/id1858097879 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0qJ623LRS6Dluzpkiv45Xs📱 HANG OUT WITH US ON SOCIALS Catch our daily tool tutorials, project updates, and behind-the-scenes chaos!* Instagram: [@HowToHandymaam]https://www.instagram.com/howtohandymaam/* TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtohandymaam* YouTube: [@HowToHandymaam] https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoHandymaamLooking for something else? Check out all our links in one place! Howtohandymaam.com/links👋 ABOUT US We are Samantha, Emily, and Arly—the crew behind How to Handyma'am. We didn't go to trade school; we just fell in love with this work and started a licensed handyman business in Lansing, Michigan. Now, our mission is to give women the agency, skills, and confidence to fix their own homes and tackle those terrifying DIY projects.Disclaimer: Our videos and podcasts are for educational and entertainment purposes. Always check your local building codes and consult with a licensed professional when necessary!