Real Estate

Can a rookie house-flipper pocket $1 million?

Jackie Falla is embarking on the renovation of her fourth project. DAVID L. RYAN/GLOBE STAFF

It’s not easy for a single woman living in Greater Boston to earn enough money to retire comfortably, so Jackie Falla saw an opportunity and jumped in with both feet — and a hammer.

“I make a lovely salary, but it’s hard for a single girl to build wealth,” said Falla, client services director for Newton-based Elaine Construction. After much contemplation and calculating, Falla decided the best way to secure her future was to get into the real estate market herself.

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