In the wake of last week’s dismal nationwide housing data, a new breed of homebuyer is becoming increasingly prevalent in the market: the house flipper. These buyers tend to pay in all cash, experts explain in this NPR audio segment, something that is helping prop up the housing industry. Kenneth Wenhold, an analyst with real estate research firm Metrostudy, said that flipper activity is a strong sign. “When you’re putting all cash into a particular transaction, it’s an indication that you believe that this is a good price for this home,” Wenhold said.