Designed to Sell: A Real Estate Investors Guide to Design Driven Profit
Welcome to Designed to Sell, the podcast where motherhood meets the world of design, investing, and development. I'm your host—a mom, designer, and real estate developer—navigating the beautiful chaos of flipping homes while raising financially savvy kids. Each week, we dive into the art of creating profitable spaces with purpose, how to design smart on a budget, and what it really takes to juggle business, family, and financial freedom. Whether you're dreaming of your first flip or teaching your kids about money over dinner, this podcast is your go-to guide for building wealth, one smart decision—and stylish space—at a time.
Designed to Sell: A Real Estate Investors Guide to Design Driven Profit
Lipstick on a Pig: The Cost of Cutting Corners in Home Design”
Are you buying, flipping, or listing a home that looks great on the surface — but hides a mess underneath? In this episode of Designed to Sell, we expose the truth behind so-called "renovated" homes that are really just lipstick on a pig. From uneven floors and mismatched transitions to old doors and shortcut remodels, we dive into the costly design mistakes that lead to buyer regret, lawsuits, and lost deals.
Discover how intentional design — not cosmetic quick fixes — builds lasting value in real estate. We discuss real-life horror stories, how poor renovations can backfire, and what agents, investors, and homeowners should look for when buying or selling a property.
🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
- How to spot poor design and low-quality flips
- The hidden risks of ignoring layout, flow, and function
- Legal consequences of misrepresented remodels
- How to design and renovate with resale in mind
Whether you're a real estate investor, home flipper, agent, or buyer, this episode is your guide to creating (and spotting) homes that are truly designed to sell — not just dressed up for photos.