Investing in real estate is a great way to make money, but many people think they need their own cash or credit to get started. However, with the
right approach and some creativity, flipping houses with no money down is entirely possible.

Here are nine ways how you can flip a house without using your own money:

1. Private Lenders – Private lenders are individuals or companies that provide loans for real estate investments. The funds provided by private lenders can be used to purchase a property and cover the costs of repairs.
    
2. Hard Money Lenders – Like private lenders, hard money lenders also provide capital for real estate investments. However, they usually charge higher interest rates than traditional lenders due to the higher risks associated with these types of loans.
    
3. Wholesaling – This is when an investor purchases a property from a seller at a discounted price and then sells it on to another buyer or investor at a markup. Generally speaking, wholesalers don’t need any cash outlay as their profits come from the difference between the purchase price and sale price.
    
4. Partner With House Flipping Investors – House flipping investors typically have access to capital, which means they can fund deals without using their own money. Partnering with a house flipper is an effective way for new investors to learn the ropes and gain access to funds for their deals.
    
5. Home Equity – If you already own a home, you can tap into its equity as a source of funds for your real estate investment. This works by taking out a loan against the home’s equity, which can then be used to purchase and repair another property.
    
6. Option To Buy Contract – These are arrangements between a seller and investor that allow the investor to purchase a property at an agreed upon price at a later date. This method allows investors to control properties without having to put up any of their own money upfront.
    
7. Seller Financing – In some cases, the seller of a property may be willing to finance part or all of the purchase price for an investor. This is beneficial as it eliminates the need for an investor to get a loan from a traditional lender or use cash from their own pocket.
    
8. Crowdfunding – Crowdfunding is a relatively new way of raising money for real estate investments. With crowdfunding, investors pool funds together to purchase a property and share in the profits when it's sold. This method requires no upfront capital from the investor, as all funds are provided by the crowdfunding platform.
    
9. Live-In Flip – This method involves buying a property, living in it while making improvements and then selling it for a profit. By living in the property you’re flipping, you can avoid some of the costs associated with traditional house flipping methods. Plus, if done correctly, you can enjoy living in your newly renovated home when it’s all said and done.

These are just some of the ways that investors can flip houses without using their own money. Each option has its own set of risks and rewards, so be sure to do your research before deciding which one is right for you.