Ken McElroy Show

Tarek El Moussa's Million-Dollar Secrets: How Flip or Flop Catapulted His Success!

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Apr 5, 2023
Tarek El Moussa, host of HGTV's Flip or Flop, shares his incredible journey from struggling knife salesman to real estate mogul. He discusses how live events transformed his career, emphasizing risk-taking in house flipping. Tarek opens up about the unexpected challenges he faced, like costly foundation repairs, highlighting the importance of mentorship. He also introduces his new shows, 'Flipping El Moussa' and 'Flipping 101', showcasing both the thrills and the real-life dynamics of the flipper’s world.
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ANECDOTE

Early Career and Coaching

  • Tarek El Moussa started selling real estate at 19 after losing his Cutco knife sales leads.
  • After struggling for six months, he got a real estate coach and saw immediate success.
ANECDOTE

Great Recession Hardships

  • Tarek El Moussa bought a million-dollar house at 21, but the Great Recession forced him to sell everything.
  • He hit rock bottom, driving a 1994 F-950 with no air conditioning.
ADVICE

Importance of Coaching and Leverage

  • Invest in coaching or mentorship to accelerate growth and avoid ego-driven mistakes.
  • Leverage yourself and learn to delegate instead of working long hours.
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