From First-Time Buyer to NYC House Flipper: How Maria Turned One Apartment Into $150K
How a 32nd birthday decision, a distressed NYC apartment, and the right renovation partner unlocked financial freedom in just 33 days.
A first-time NYC buyer turned a distressed apartment into a $150K profit in 33 days with FH Builders.

Maria is a first-generation American, a Dominican young urban professional who has called New York City home her entire life. Raised in Washington Heights, she was used to large apartments with plenty of potential—but little charm.
On her 32nd birthday, Maria made a bold decision: she chose financial freedom. Instead of celebrating with a party, she invested in her future by purchasing her very first property—a distressed apartment that most buyers walked away from.
Unsure if the project was worth taking on, Maria called Frank from FH Builders for an honest walkthrough and estimate.
What happened next changed everything.
Frank delivered a renovation plan and pricing so strategic and affordable that Maria was able to close on the property in just three weeks. One week later, construction began. In only 33 days, with Frank leading the project, FH Builders transformed the once-neglected apartment into a stunning, elegant urban-modern home.
When Maria shared the before-and-after photos on social media, the response was immediate. Three separate online acquaintances reached out, requested walkthroughs, and entered into a bidding situation.
Maria sold the apartment to the highest bidder—earning nearly $150,000 in profit on her very first deal.
Today, Maria is an active real estate investor flipping properties across New York City, with Frank and FH Builders as her trusted builders and general contractors.
This isn’t luck.
This is vision, execution, and the right team.