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Tarek El Moussa

Tarek El Moussa is an American real estate investor and television personality best known for co-hosting HGTV's "Flip or Flop" with his then-wife Christina Haack.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Tarek El Moussa is an American real estate investor and television personality best known for co-hosting HGTV's "Flip or Flop" with his then-wife Christina Haack. He later hosted "Flipping 101 with Tarek El Moussa" and appeared in other HGTV real-estate programs. He was born in Long Beach, California, on August 21, 1981.

Early life and career

Tarek El Moussa was born in Long Beach, California, and began working in real estate in his early 20s. He first built his career as a real estate agent before moving into house flipping. He began his real estate career at age 21 after receiving his real estate license. After the 2008 housing downturn, he shifted focus from traditional sales to house flipping.

Television career

He became widely known as the co-host of HGTV's "Flip or Flop." He later fronted "Flipping 101 with Tarek El Moussa" and appeared in other HGTV series centered on property renovation and flipping. He has also appeared in HGTV projects including "The Flipping El Moussas" and "The Flip Off."

Personal life

El Moussa was formerly married to Christina Haack, with whom he co-hosted "Flip or Flop." He later married Heather Rae Young, now Heather Rae El Moussa.

Business activities

Beyond television, El Moussa is known as a real estate investor and house flipper. Public profiles describe him as involved in property investment and related real-estate ventures.

Key facts

  • He gained widespread recognition through HGTV's "Flip or Flop," which he co-hosted with Christina Haack.
  • He began his real estate career at age 21 after receiving his real estate license.
  • After the 2008 housing downturn, he shifted focus from traditional sales to house flipping.
  • He later hosted "Flipping 101 with Tarek El Moussa," a series focused on mentoring new house flippers.
  • He is married to television personality Heather Rae El Moussa.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Tarek El Moussa?
He is an American real estate investor and television personality best known for HGTV's "Flip or Flop."
What TV show made Tarek El Moussa famous?
He became widely known through "Flip or Flop," which he co-hosted with Christina Haack.
When was Tarek El Moussa born?
He was born on August 21, 1981.
What other shows has he hosted?
He hosted "Flipping 101 with Tarek El Moussa" and appeared in other HGTV real-estate series, including "The Flipping El Moussas."
Is Tarek El Moussa married?
Yes. He is married to Heather Rae El Moussa.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarek_El_Moussa
    Supports: Birth name, date of birth, nationality, and identification as a real estate investor and TV personality best known for Flip or Flop.
  2. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/tarek-el-moussa/
    Supports: Career overview including Flip or Flop, Flipping 101 with Tarek El Moussa, The Flipping El Moussas, and The Flip Off.
  3. Us Weekly — https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/tarek-el-moussa/
    Supports: Birth date, Moroccan descent on his father's side, and role as host of Flip or Flop.
  4. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/tarek-el-moussa/bio/3000746435/
    Supports: Real estate career since the early 2000s, focus on luxury real estate, and participation in Flip or Flop.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6633001/bio/
    Supports: Birthplace, marriage to Heather Rae Young, prior marriage to Christina Hall, and family details.