All Forum Posts by: April Birdsong

So this is my first rental property in the middle of rehab. I paid 1/2 of negotiated labor up front and have been purchasing/paying for materials myself.  My contractor asked me for an advancement about 2 weeks ago, which I gave a small amount.  I explained that I did not mind him having a draw as long as certain work is completed, etc.  Although, I want to hold out paying for everything until it is finished.  

What have you all done in these situations. He is now starting to complain about gas money and needing to fix tire. I also have purchased some tools that I thought he would have, such as chain saw, tile cutter, etc.   He is doing a good job, but slow. And I need the work finished so that I can get it on market to rent. 

I do have a contract which states 1/2 to begin job and 1/2 on completion of the job.

I would appreciate any thoughts you have on this situation and how you have handled similar issues in the past.

Thank so much 

April

Oh My Goodness.  I completely missed the Word documents.  I only downloaded the PDFs.  Thank you so very much.  I knew there was something I must have been missing.  

Now off to edit. Big Smiles 

Have a wonderful weekend. 

April

Hi there 

I am a Pro member and have downloaded my state Lease which is a fillable lease.  I also need it to be "editable" so that I can other items in.  I know there are programs that help you convert to this.  Just checking to see if there is an editable lease that I may use before I search out programs.  I can always just retype it myself.'

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated. 

Thanks 

April Birdsong 

I am a new investor. 
Can y’all recommend an agent in Savannah GA?  I reached out to one on the BP list and have not heard from them.

Thanks so much. 

April Birdsong

New investor late to the game… but never too late when there is still breath. 

Thank everyone for your responses and insight. I think I will have them remove the shingles. It makes sense to and not have to worry about issues down the road. 

Thank everyone very much for your wisdom, experience, and feedback. 

Rehabbing my 1st rental. Is it ok to place metal roof over shingles?  I have done some Google research and articles point out concern for not being able to see the decking and determine if there are issues and fix them. 
On inspection, he said roof likely had 5 years left. Contractors said shingles are pretty crispy etc. 

They have quoted me $7000 for metal roof. House is $1380 sq ft. 

Have any of you done this?  What to look for and be concerned with. I know I can wait  a little longer. But seemed like a decent deal and once done I would have a replaced roof. 

Thanks for your thoughts. 
April Birdsong 

Thank you. Yes that was my question. Is it normal for them to not take credit cards? 

Newbie here. Just bought 1st SFH for LTR that is currently being renovated. I am going to get an LLC for business. Still deciding if I need to place property in it.
I reached out to local attorney for LLC, rental law etc and they only take cash or check as a retainer and payment. 
For some reason, that just doesn’t make sense to me. Am I just missing something?

Thanks so much 

April