Flip or Flop Show Summary, Upcoming Episodes and TV Guide

Tarek and Christina get a chance to flip a house in San Clemente, Calif.; when the cost to fix the foundation catches them by surprise, they realize they may have been too enamored by the panoramic views of the ocean to see the potential problems.

Tarek and Christina have seen some nasty houses during their years of flipping, but this house in Garden Grove, California, might take the cake. As they attempt to update the old home, they encounter new problems that make them question their choices.

From dirty carpets to rotten food, Tarek and Christina thought they had seen the worst of this house in Cerritos, California. After finding a bird cage with years of mess, they struggle to see past the trash and transform this home into a profitable flip.

A flip in Mission Viejo, California, looks promising until Tarek and Christina discover cracks and uneven floors -- this house is slipping off the hillside! After receiving a hefty quote for the fix, they realize this home may put them over the edge.

Tarek and Christina are lured to North Hollywood, CA, by a 1930s Spanish home. They want to appeal to trendy Los Angeles buyers by preserving the historic architecture, but the home's inconvenient distance causes unexpected issues during renovations.

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a house in an upscale neighborhood of North Tustin, CA. When they show up to view the house, however, they face competition from other investors. They must act quickly to flip the home before losing out in the hot market.

With so many flips in play, Tarek and Christina take out an expensive, hard-money loan to flip a house in Fountain Valley, CA. They're pressured to flip the house quickly as they juggle design decisions amidst a tight timeline.

Tarek and Christina flip a house with a weird vibe in Anaheim, CA. From the start, they can't tell if someone is squatting in the house or if the neighborhood hoodlums are pranking them.

Tarek tackles a cookie-cutter home in Newport Beach, CA, where everything looks exactly the same. He creates a plan with contractor Jeff Lawrence, but when a comp for $1.4 million hits the market, Tarek goes all out to take his flip to the next level.

Tarek and contractor Izzy Battres take on a small house in Fullerton, CA. The seemingly easy flip becomes difficult when removing a wall creates a nightmare with the city and an unpermitted laundry room must be moved inside.

Tarek's friend, Robert, wants to get into flipping and they buy a home sight unseen in Lakewood, CA. When they discover it's a major hoarder house filled to the brim with junk, Robert worries they made a mistake.

Tarek and Christina take on a house in Anaheim, CA, designed by architect Cliff May. Having flipped a Cliff May house before, they're prepared to spend big for a midcentury makeover. But bad news from the city inspector and unexpected big-ticket expenses threaten to dig into their profits.

Tarek and Christina take a gamble on a tri-level house in Irvine, CA, buying it sight unseen. The neighborhood is hot, but the house needs a lot of work. After opening up the tiny kitchen and updating the master bedroom, there's still a lot to do with a shrinking budget.

Tarek and Christina flip a house in Fullerton, CA, right across the street from Tarek's first flip. Before renovating, they have to deal with crumbling concrete, and they need to figure out the market for the house. A lot has changed since Tarek's first flip, and changes bring new challenges.

Tarek and Christina find a good deal in a familiar neighborhood in Anaheim, CA. They need to act fast if they want to lock it in, but they have to make an offer without seeing the inside.

Tarek and Christina take on a flip in West Covina, CA, which is a new area for them. They have to expand into new cities in order to grow their business, but the distance and their uncertainty of what buyers expect in the area lead to disagreements on the scope and design of the house.

Tarek and Christina flip a house in Fullerton, CA, with a fantastic view. When strange additions and design challenges collide, however, this quick flip turns out to be harder than anticipated.

Tarek and Christina get a smoking deal on a Yorba Linda, CA, home with a closed-off floor plan. They spend big money to remove a fireplace and open up the space, but when Tarek goes behind Christina's back and changes a tile design, she tackles the new fireplace herself.

Tarek and Christina team up with their friend Pete De Best to renovate a house in Yorba Linda, Calif.

Tarek and Christina find a house in Long Beach, CA, with tons of potential. To justify their investment, they decide to add a bedroom and bath. As work begins and problems spring up, they hope they haven't bitten off more than they can chew.

Tarek and Christina flip a house in Lakewood, CA, near one of their previous flips. They hope to repeat their past success, but modernizing an old house comes with a high price tag. A good flip will set the bar for the neighborhood, and a bad flip will leave them with minimal profits.

Tarek and Christina land on a small three-bedroom, two-bathroom home that needs a lot of work in Santa Ana, California. Once they get inside, they realize it needs more love than they expected. While deciding how to rehab the home, the duo clashes over style so they decide to compete to see whose design is better.

Tarek and Christina take a gamble on a million-dollar possibility in Anaheim Hills, CA, that is rotted with mold. Tarek wrestles with keeping the project on track while Christina tip-toes around her ex being in a bad mood as things get worse with the home. The duo will have to come together and agree on a solid design if they want to sell the house for over a million dollars, otherwise this rotten flip may prove to be more than they can handle.

Tarek and Christina take a gamble on a million-dollar possibility in Anaheim Hills, CA, that is rotted with mold. Tarek wrestles with keeping the project on track while Christina tip-toes around her ex being in a bad mood as things get worse with the home. The duo will have to come together and agree on a solid design if they want to sell the house for over a million dollars, otherwise this rotten flip may prove to be more than they can handle.

Tarek and Christina take on a home in a trendy Costa Mesa, CA, neighborhood but if they want to give the hip homebuyers what they want, they'll first have to nail the design. While Christina is shooting for the stars with her designs, however, Tarek has a hard time spending the money. Will they be able to attract the right kind of buyer in this hard-to-please neighborhood or will their design miss the mark?

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a home in Hacienda Heights, California, where they find some outdated designs and others that are in-style once again. The retro property could be profitable in this hot market, or they might just find something hiding underneath the old shag rug.

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a Santa Ana, Calif., home with mid-century architectural details that could sell for top dollar; they're forced to outbid other investors to snag the home, leaving them wondering if more money means more problems.

Tarek and Christina find a good flip in Garden, Calif., but Christina is worried that Tarek's penny-pinching will prevent them from making the necessary design decisions to maximize profits.

Tarek and Christina flip a large home in the unfamiliar neighborhood of Arcadia, CA, but their differing opinions threaten their profit margin in an area with a high market standard.

Tarek gets a lead on a house in Buena Park, CA, and calls Christina to check it out. When they arrive at the house, they find that it's dated inside and out and requires much more work than they'd hoped. As the renovation continues, Christina struggles to tell Tarek she wants to sell the house they lived in together because the news could send their flip off the rails.

Tarek and Christina flip a small home with big problems in Long Beach, CA. What seems like a great home reveals an avalanche of problems from the front door to the garage. This junk-pile flip is filled to the brim with hidden obstacles -- can it be saved?

A seller is looking to offload a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home in Garden Grove, CA, and asks Tarek and Christina to come have a look. The home already has an open floor plan and a master bedroom, but one of its bedrooms may be illegally permitted which could lead to hidden costs. Have they bought into a money trap or will they be able to pull out a profit on this infringing flip?

Tarek and Christina are contacted about a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home in Anaheim, CA. The home appears to be in great shape and already has some major renovations completed, but the owner doesn't know how much they want to sell it for. There are structural issues that will have to be addressed before Christina's vision can come to fruition, but if she can pull it off, she and Tarek can make big bucks off this property. Is this house a flipper's dream home or are the structural issues the first of many problems to come?

Tarek and Christina see a great opportunity to purchase a three-bedroom house in Whittier, CA, for a low price since the seller is looking to unload it quickly and it is still tenant occupied. Their hopes are high, but once they get inside they find that the tenants left the place in an absolute wreck. Will they be able to handle this mess or have they been deceived by what's on the outside?

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a four-bedroom home in Cypress, California, that the owner is looking to sell quickly. The home is a mess but already has an open floor plan, which will save them money in the long run. When they start demo on the kitchen, Tarek and Christina discover the ceiling isn't supported correctly, and they will have to reinforce it or add a post, which will close off the space. A house that was once beaming with potential could end up costing them more than they expected.

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a property in the upscale neighborhood of Palos Verdes, California. The house may be small but because of the area, it could sell for over $1 million. Can Tarek and Christina turn this hillside horror into a high-class home, or are they in over their heads in this beachside community?

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a house in an upscale neighborhood in Laguna Beach, CA. Even though the house is small, it has an ocean view, which means big money. Having never flipped in the area, they aren't sure what to offer for the house, so they visit another flip in the area and see that the house they want is overpriced. When they offer below asking price for the home, the seller is shocked. Will they be able to get a good deal on this beachside home or will they miss their chance to make big money in Laguna?

Tarek and Christina get a smoking deal on a house in an up-and-coming neighborhood of Garden Grove, CA. With not too much work to be done, this house should be quick flip for them. Can they keep this flip on schedule or will unpredictable problems douse this hot market flip?

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a house in Buena Park, California, that has a large lot behind it. This lot could mean extra profits if they are able to split and sell it separately from the house. The house poses its own problems with a strange layout and permit issues that could set the project back. Can Tarek and Christina take on this new challenge or will setbacks keep them in this double lot limbo?

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a midcentury house in La Habra, CA, that is towards the top of a hill. The margin is tight on this home so they need to get in and out quickly to maximize profits. The neighborhood calls for high design and they need to deliver if they want to sell this house for top dollar. Will they be able to nail the design, or will this home be a midentury miss?

Tarek and Christina check out a home with a tight profit margin in Whittier, California. The house is in good shape though, and it shouldn't take much time or money to transform this property. It's a risk, but as long as they stick to the schedule and budget they could turn a quick profit and move on to their next flip. Will it finally be smooth sailing on this project or will setbacks threaten Tarek and Christina's fast money flip?

Tarek gets contacted by his friend Pete DeBest who wants to go 50/50 on a smoking deal on a house in La Habra, CA. With the new addition of baby Brayden to the family they have their hand full. So while Christina is busy with Brayden, Tarek will team up with Pete to tackle this flip. Will the friendly duo be able to pull it off or will unforeseen problems sink this substitute flip?

Tarek and Christina are contacted by a homeowner in Garden Grove, California, about a house they want to quickly sell off the market. The house needs a lot of work, and has strange rooms everywhere which could spell disaster when trying to get permits. Can Tarek and Christina rebuild this dated house into a dream home, or will troubles threaten this doll house flip?

Tarek and Christina are contacted by a homeowner in Garden Grove, California, about a house they want to quickly sell off the market. The house needs a lot of work, and has strange rooms everywhere which could spell disaster when trying to get permits. Can Tarek and Christina rebuild this dated house into a dream home, or will troubles threaten this doll house flip?

Tarek and Christina find a large home in the desirable town of Cypress, California. They know they can make money on this flip, but the comparable sales indicate that an amazing backyard with a pool could bring even more profit in this family community. It'll cost a lot more than a standard flip to put in a pool and create an outdoor living space, but they decide it's worth the gamble. Can Tarek and Christina get top dollar for this entertainer's paradise, or could design and construction hiccups dry up the profits on this home's once pooling value?

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a split-level home in Long Beach, California. The style is unique among the other homes in the neighborhood and the small backyard is a ripe for creating classic California-style indoor/outdoor living. As work begins and the backyard starts to take shape, surprise interior costs threaten the overall budget. Can Tarek and Christina create a backyard beauty by the beach, or could design woes push them over the edge of this split-level falls?

Tarek gets contacted about a house on a desirable corner lot in Torrance, CA. Upon initial inspection it looks like a quick flip but then they see the house and foundation have cracks everywhere! Will Tarek and Christina be able to repair this home or will these splitting seams become a total rip off?

With Christina pregnant on bed rest Tarek enlists help from his friend and real estate partner Pete DeBest. They go on the search for their next big project and land a great deal on a run down house in Corona, CA. Once they crack open the door they see that they have their work cut out for them on this one. Will these old friends be able to work together to resurrect this home or will Christina's absence spell disaster for this flip?

Tarek and Christina flip the worst home on the block in this Anaheim Hills neighborhood. With high profit margins in a desirable neighborhood this should be a slam dunk. Can Tarek and Christina renovate quickly or will a the strict HOA hold up this communal flip?

Tarek and Christina are contacted by a realtor about an exciting new listing. So new, in fact, that the realtor doesn't even have keys yet. If Tarek and Christina want to buy this house, they'll have to do so sight unseen. The price is right and the profit potential is huge, but who knows what lurks behind that front door? Can Tarek and Christina stay on budget or will they be left clawing for profits on this cat nip flip?

Tarek and Christina receive a call from their longtime friend, Carlos, who is deciding whether to sell his family's home or to try his hand at flipping it. It's a tall order for a novice flipper, but with the aid of Tarek and Christina's knowledge and experience, Carlos may be able to get his family a higher sale price. Can Tarek and Christina safely mix friendship and business to turn a profit on this family friendly flip?

Tarek and Christina head to Santa Ana to check out an off-market listing. It appears to be in good shape, has a great layout, and with strong comparable sales in the area, this home could be a great buy. But profitable on paper doesn't always translate into profit on paper. Can Tarek and Christina stay on budget or could hidden problems and untimely mistakes make this a pesky flip?

Tarek and Christina head to Placentia, California to check out a lead on a midcentury property. The home is dated but the size and layout is a designer's dream; and most importantly, the numbers indicate it could be a profitable deal. But as is often the case with old homes, no project is as straightforward as it seems. Can Tarek and Christina overcome surprises and setbacks to survive this frantic fiasco?

Tarek and Christina get a lead from their friend and investor, Pete, on a house he's recently purchased. It's situated in an upscale, gated neighborhood and it's a house Pete can't tackle on his own. A large, expensive flip can mean equally large profits; but it also takes time and even the littlest mistake is magnified. Will Tarek and Christina be able to partner with Pete to score their biggest profit yet, or could they lose it all in this natural disaster flip?

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a home for sale in Chino, California that's rundown, overgrown, and in desperate need of cosmetic help. The price is fair and recent sales in the area show potential for profit. But right away there's a problem and Tarek and Christina are left wondering if this is an isolated issue or sign of what's to come. Will they turn a profit on this home or could mounting problems threaten to topple this trickle down flip?

Tarek and Christina are contacted by an out-of-state seller looking to sell an old family home. It's a large house in original condition and could be a great flip. But it's also more expensive than their usual projects and the renovation could get pricey on this midcentury modern time capsule. Can Tarek and Christina turn a big money profit from this big money flip?

Tarek and Christina spot a listing for a small home near the beach in Costa Mesa, California. The home is in rough shape and will surely require a lot of work to renovate, but it's in a desirable and eclectic neighborhood and properties in the surrounding beachside communities command top dollar. Can Tarek and Christina transform this house from the worst on the block to the showpiece by the beach, or could a ballooning budget prove this diamond in the rough to be a lump of coal?

Tarek and Christina spot a home that's for sale by its owner in La Puente, California. It's in rough shape to say the least and because it's tenant occupied, they can't look inside. There's always a danger in purchasing a house sight unseen, but if they can get it for the right price, this home has the potential to pay off big time. Can Tarek and Christina right this sinking flip or could this home prove to be the stuff of wreck and ruin?

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a small and outdated property in Downey, California, that has potential to be a fast, cosmetic flip. Tarek believes the reward will outweigh the risk, but as renovations begin, problems and disagreements rise to the top.

Tarek and Christina make an offer on an attractive property in Norwalk, California, sight unseen. But as work on this weathered house begins, they worry whether they will be able to maintain their projected profit margin or if a bursting budget will dig this flip into a money pit.

A fellow flipper contacts Tarek and Christina about partnering on a house and wants to split the time, money and profit down the middle. With Tarek and Christina playing both mentor and business partner, they hope potential budget and design disagreements won't dissolve their friendship and profit into a flip with the enemy.

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a trust sale property in Anaheim, California with an original layout and a dated design. It's in good shape and seems like a mostly cosmetic project with a lot of potential. But when their project manager comes back with a ballooning budget and a laundry list of contingencies, Tarek and Christina wonder if this home has more potential than pitfalls. Still, skilled flippers that they are, Tarek and Christina don't back down from a challenge and know that with no risk, comes no reward.

Tarek and Christina come across a For Sale By Owner property in Garden Grove, California. This type of sale is always exciting for a flipper because it means no real estate agent commissions and an opportunity to negotiate a fair sale price. The house is in good shape and looks to need only cosmetic repairs and improvements. But in the business of flipping, one can rarely judge an old house by its finishes and it is truly what's on the inside that counts. Can Tarek and Christina deal with the hidden problems of an old house or will their hopes of a fast and easy flip turn out to be nothing but pipe dreams?

Tarek and Christina find a promising short-sale property in Long Beach, California, but find the massive renovations the previous owners began are only partly finished. With the house in various states of disrepair, Tarek and Christina are excited to have a clean slate for design but cautious about the problems that could be lurking in a homeowner's do-it-yourself renovation.

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a small house that's aggressively priced and could be a lucrative deal based on comparable sales in the neighborhood. They go to inspect the house before making a decision and find it boarded up and in rough shape. Despite its condition, the numbers are promising and they've done well in this area before. They decide to take the calculated risk and buy the home, its interior still sight unseen. Can Tarek and Christina keep this project under control to see risk through to reward or could hidden troubles turn this house into a toxic flip?

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a home in Long Beach, California that sounds like the kind of project that has become their standard. But soon after walking the property and visiting a neighborhood comp, it becomes clear that this flip is anything but standard. The architecturally significant mid-century modern home will require Tarek and Christina to step out of their design and renovation comfort zones if they are to turn a profit on their investment. Can Tarek and Christina turn back time on their design aesthetic without inflating their budget or could a present-day flop be looming over this historic mid-century flip?

Tarek and Christina come across a trust sale listing in Buena Park, California that looks very well-priced in comparison to recent sales in the area. After walking the home with their contractor and receiving a preliminary budget estimate, they're excited by the potential for profit. But as work begins and renovation costs rise on changing plans and hidden problems, their enticing profit margin appears to be on a downward spiral. Can Tarek and Christina rehabilitate this home into modern splendor or will mounting costs leave it to remain a ranch house of ruin?

Tarek and Christina get a lead on a home in Anaheim, California that is being offered as a quick, all-cash sale with no inspections and no contingencies. This seems like a project that's right up their alley. But with a tenant still living in the property, Tarek and Christina can't see inside the home before deciding to make an offer and anything could be behind that front door. Will the unknown spell disaster or could a little tender loving care be all that's needed to reverse the woes of this neglected flip?

Tarek and Christina come across an intriguing short sale listing in the desirable neighborhood of Torrance. The exterior is in good shape and the comparable properties indicate the house could be a good value; but once they tour the home it becomes immediately clear that a lot of work and a lot of money will be required to update this 1927 home. Convinced that there's a profit to be made here despite the numerous challenges, Tarek and Christina punch their dance card and purchase the property. Can Tarek and Christina navigate this renovation maze or will they live to regret taking this house out for a barnyard dance?

Tarek and Christina are contacted by a cash strapped flipper who needs to unload a project house. With no bathrooms, no kitchen and nothing but plywood floors, exposed framing and piles of rubble, Tarek starts adding up the dollars required just to rehab the house.

Tarek and Christina find a short sale home listed in Whittier, California that's rather small but the asking price of $275,000 looks enticing next to comparable properties in the area. With their own resources spread thinly across other flips, Tarek and Christina have only $300,000 to spend on the home and its renovation. Despite their rigid debt ceiling, they're convinced they can purchase and rehab the home within a strict budget. But as problems are discovered and the margins start getting tighter, Tarek and Christina hope they can turn a profit on this investment home that is too small to fail.