A Nashville musician turned house flipper gained the national spotlight courtesy of a new reality show.
"Nashville Flipped" will highlight restoration projects on homes across the city, and it’s an opportunity Troy Dean Shafer said he is grateful for.
Shafer originally moved to Nashville in 2005 to be a musician, but began flipping homes to make extra money. His passion for saving historic homes took over, and he started a company called Nashville Flipped.
“I just saved up some money, borrowed some money and got into a renovation project in East Nashville,” recalled Shafer. “ I made money, and realized maybe construction was better than music.”
His business turned into a TV show by the same name thanks to some encouraging from his friend Mike Wolfe of “American Pickers.” He said he was skeptical of having cameras follow him around, but enjoyed the experience.
Shafer has been flipping historic homes across Nashville for the last 8 years. He said the projects often come with unforeseen challenges, but are also rewarding.
“There can be electrical problems, mold, asbestos,” said Shafer. “You open a wall and you never know what you are going to find.”
The show will feature 9 homes in different parts of the city, and one in Springfield. Shafer spends six to seven weeks on each project.
Shafer said he hopes the show is educational for viewers and helps give them an appreciation for all of the history throughout Nashville.
“It’s not just about coming in and renovating a house and making a few dollars,” said Shafer. “It’s about saving a piece of history, and teaching the viewer about that history.”
"Nashville Flipped" premiers Wednesday, Apr. 13 at 9 p.m. on the DIY Network with two separate 30 minute episodes. There are currently plans to air 8 episodes. Shafer has his fingers crossed the show will get picked up for a second season.
To see a sneak peak of the show, click here.
