We will shop for used appliances where we can when we need one… or pick up used cabinets if we can, or search eBay for something smaller,  but going to the extreme of personally shipping something big in internationally for one-off renovation needs seems like a stretch of reasonable.Just like you mention, the number of unknowns would not seem to be worth it to me.Just my 2 cents.Randy  

If that's the case look into finding a handyman, and make sure to shop around for the best price.Stuff I have ran into:lost keys/lockpicking [hired]broken washer [fixed myself]shower door [fixed myself]AC clogged [hired]Microwave broken [replaced myself]holes in the wall [fixed myself] Thank you!

Just shop around online, look for properties similar to yours, add them to favorites and watch them to see how long it takes for them to rent.

In the meantime, my broker is shopping for other carriers for umbrella policies. 

Thanks What loan product are you shopping for?

Investors are already on board with the options weve got, just shopping for the best option.

@Stacie TellesMost lenders have a seasoning period (typically 6-12 months since the original loan), so check with your current bank or shop around for others.I would also watch out for prepayment penalties on your current loan.

If you ever want to talk shop around the Boise markert let us know!

Right now we're shopping around for loans outside of traditional lenders. 

Sure, there's a little beach at the one lake, and the shops at Cashiers, but to me it's just not quite enough.