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All Forum Posts by: Sebastian Naczas

Sebastian Naczas has started 10 posts and replied 40 times.

Post: Albany Vs Troy Vs Schenectady?

Sebastian NaczasPosted
  • Engineer
  • Albany, NY
  • Posts 41
  • Votes 13

That's because Albany has the most development out of the cities around.  Apartments that are being built, will be very expensive, you will always have an opportunity to offer something more unique for a better price.  I think it's always better to be where the action is happening.  

You may also want to look at crime maps before you buy (trulia).

Post: Albany Vs Troy Vs Schenectady?

Sebastian NaczasPosted
  • Engineer
  • Albany, NY
  • Posts 41
  • Votes 13

I think that you have to define who you'd like to rent to at first.  Students, families, section 8 ... once you decide the answer will be clear where you want to buy the properties.

All,

  One of my tenants broke her hand while walking on the icy driveway.  I made a claim with my insurance company.  Now they are raising my rate by over 10%.  I'm with Erie and I'm wondering if it's time to switch.

  Which companies are you guys using?  And what is your deductible?

Thanks,

Sebastian

Post: Tenant broke hand while walking on driveway

Sebastian NaczasPosted
  • Engineer
  • Albany, NY
  • Posts 41
  • Votes 13

Hi All,

  My tenant broke hand while walking on the driveway.  I got in touch with my layer and insurer to see what are the options.  But I'm also wondering if any of you had this happen and how to handle it.

Thanks,

Sebastian

Post: Picking table saw for DIY

Sebastian NaczasPosted
  • Engineer
  • Albany, NY
  • Posts 41
  • Votes 13

Thanks Guys!  I'll have to check out Harbor Freight Concept. :)

Post: Picking table saw for DIY

Sebastian NaczasPosted
  • Engineer
  • Albany, NY
  • Posts 41
  • Votes 13

@Jon Holdman thanks for the comments.

Just want to make sure Sears = Craftsman now right?  Considering it's going out of business, probably not the best choice, just because parts and support will be a mess.

Yes, I have circular saw (Skill) and a chop (miter) saw (Hitachi).  Both are just basics.  Problem is sometimes I need to saw a board and I can't keep a straight line.  I just thought it would be good to add to the collection.  They are heavy so table on wheels is preferable.

I looked at some reviews and it seems that the Bosch has a motor problem.  Dewalt has alignment problems but probably is more than I need at this point.  But I do agree Bosch is better than Dewalt in general.

Post: Picking table saw for DIY

Sebastian NaczasPosted
  • Engineer
  • Albany, NY
  • Posts 41
  • Votes 13

@Bob H. thanks for feedback.  I'll check out reviews for what you have mentioned.

Post: Picking table saw for DIY

Sebastian NaczasPosted
  • Engineer
  • Albany, NY
  • Posts 41
  • Votes 13

All,

  I'm trying to pick a table saw.  I see good reviews for Dewalt and Bosch on amazon.  

  Please let me know your recommendations.

Thanks,

Sebastian

https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DWE7491RS-10-Inch-Jo...

https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-4100-09-10-Inch-Works...

Post: Garbage Fees in Albany, NY

Sebastian NaczasPosted
  • Engineer
  • Albany, NY
  • Posts 41
  • Votes 13

@Steve B. I have both as fees.  It comes out to few bucks per month.  It also shows me if the tenant read the lease.  But in all honesty I do tell them when I show the apartments.

Post: Garbage Fees in Albany, NY

Sebastian NaczasPosted
  • Engineer
  • Albany, NY
  • Posts 41
  • Votes 13

I have couple duplexes in Albany. Garbage fee is $180/year. If you have a SFH it's free, 2nd unit is $180. I think every additional unit is also $180. I have tenants pay that as an extra charge ($15/month). Albany is also known for high taxes.