15 October 2021 | 1 reply
(2 years) we replaced some ceil tiles, lacquered the living room floor, painted all rooms but the bathroom, and put in click-flooring in the laundry/bonus room.

19 October 2021 | 6 replies
I have paid $1000. for the tub and the tile surround.
21 October 2021 | 3 replies
I also think when you're house hacking you blur the lines a bit between "this is my home" and "this is my rental" and it can be easy to legitimize putting tile backsplash in when it's really not necessary.

25 October 2021 | 3 replies
We are not taking down walls or making huge changes, just flooring, ceiling tiles, lights, ect...

2 November 2021 | 12 replies
I've done flooring, cabinets, tile surrounds, drywall, paint, etc. so I'd like to use my own labor to save on the reno cost if possible.

21 October 2021 | 0 replies
The master bath needs tiles, new vanity, & a tub.

23 October 2021 | 6 replies
Left opening for louver doors so the HVAC and Hot water heater were accessible as well as sump pump. all three bathrooms tiled What was the outcome?

3 November 2021 | 13 replies
It helps to have a large network of contractors (either a trusty GC to handle the whole project or you need each individual sub... painters, tile folks, electrician, plumber, etc.) for homes that need a lot of rehab and that can be hard to find from a distance.

18 November 2021 | 11 replies
Demo, framing, tiling, flooring, painting, cabinets, you name it.

27 October 2021 | 2 replies
Would like some advice on this deal - thank you in advance SFH under contract for $106k (current owners purchased a year ago for $59k and did lipstick on a pig) - neighbourhood nice b /class neighbourhood - no crimeInspection brought up a few things Asbestos tiles in the basement, im told they are fine but I would prob want to epoxy over them to be safe though not needed I just dont want to have anyone at risk ($1500)Roof will need to be replaced in the next 1-2 years ($8-9kish)Garage door needs to be replaced ($700)Stairs and driveway need to be addressed ($2k)Had drain scoped needs to be cleaned out ($500)AC is working but on the way out ($2k)a few windows needs to be replaced and smaller stuff etc - looking around 15-20k out of pocket to get home up and running Now all done up this home will appraise for $120-125k and rent for 1400 a monthhowever and I understand the sellers want to make some money (home was sitting on the market for awhile) but this is a pretty big list of big expenses and while I dont mind taking them on to be all in with zero meat on the bone from an equity standpoint seems not ideal as I will be locking around 40-45k up in the property.Insight appreciated - thank you for getting this far