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Peter Burnside Galvanized Pipe Issues
24 May 2023 | 4 replies
And he'll tie into the main water service with Pex-A piping(this pliable plastic piping).
Kosh Vokter 14 day notice - how to deliver
27 May 2023 | 8 replies
So he put it in an "official Alexandria Sheriff's Department plastic shopping bag" with their star emblem on the bag and hung it on the door handle in the hallway for everyone in the building to see.I saw it when I visited the property and put it inside the property where my tenant could see it.
Cathy B. Rental Damage Advice Desired
27 June 2023 | 9 replies
I saw a youtube video from an appliance repair person that indicated that the earlier models had a design flaw in which the handles would break at the plastic connection.
Albert Johnson Air duct cleaning
23 June 2023 | 6 replies
Second, if they don't know what they are doing they can punch holes in your duct feeds, which are nothing but coiled wire wrapped in plastic wrapped with fiberglass insulation. 
Andrew Bosco Remodeling cost of multi-family housing
12 June 2023 | 1 reply
Hi Andrew,that question seems like a very big bucket with no details.A lot goes into a bid-detail wise so without detail it seems an apples to oranges comparison.The reason I say that is:What kind of cabinets Plywood or chipboard, spray finished or the plastic coated kind, cabinet vendor also sells replacement doors for these cabinets?
Alex U. Ripped Window screens, and blinds with 2" inch missing slat
24 July 2023 | 7 replies
Personally I hate the vertical blinds often used in front of large sliding doors or windows, as they beat themselves up over time from the breezes blowing through, and the plastic clips deteriorate and snap.
Jake Andronico Reglazing tile vs. replacing tile - what are your thoughts? (Before + After Pics)
27 July 2023 | 19 replies
It is foolish to go to all that effort and NOT change the tub also, as you will need to tear it all out to do so once leaks start showing up in a space below or next to the tub.Re-glazing is usually a better option than a plastic or fiberglass kit, even though these kits can last a little longer.
Steve Woods My neighbor damaged my lateral service (sewer)
14 July 2023 | 6 replies
If Plastic I would investigate further.
David Cole What Could Go Wrong?
29 June 2023 | 10 replies
Here is what I have so far:At any time before, during, after investment:I or any of my team unexpectedly dies, becomes seriously ill, or injuredAn impassable disagreement occurs between any 2 parties of the investment teamA member of the investment team fails(for any reason) to uphold their agreementBefore purchase:Incorrect property valuationInability to secure financing after earnestDuring Financing and purchase:Loan executor fails to follow through with the loan.Loan executor misleads or baits me with incorrect terms and conditionsSeller withdraws contractSeller tries to renegotiate contractSeller withdraws agreement to carry loanTitle issuesDuring rehabilitation:Cost overrun - If the cost to complete a rehab exceeds the estimated cost budgeted.Time overrun - If the allotted time to complete a rehab is exceededUnforseen issues - if issues arise due to unknown/hidden problems, termite damage, mold, etcProblematic Contractors - Contractors that want to increase the bid midway through the job, fail to pay their employees, don’t show up when scheduled, fail to consistently clean, low or no skill, do poor work, fail to carry proper insurance, do not use agreed upon materials and/or finishes, use the “you can’t see it from my house” methodology, dress and/or act not in accordance with accepted job site standards, live or sleep at the job site, steal materials, supplies, and/or tools, attempt to undermine my relationship with my real estate team including agents, investors, other contractors, clients or potential clients, places lien or sues, dies or is seriously injured during project, experiences major life event that prevents or hinders their ability to continue, contractor or their employee dies or is seriously injured on the property, gets OSHA or other governing body violation(s)Code Violations - Red flagged for failing to obtain proper building and/or work permits prior to beginning project, overgrown vegetation, etcProblems Specific to Rental Properties:Tenant does not pay rent or pays lateTenant does not pay utilities/trash serviceTenant causes damage to propertyTenant does not take care of maintenance and/or cleaning of propertyTenant smokes or has pets when these things are not allowedTenant makes unauthorized changes to the property, ie painting walls, removing landscaping.Tenant allows others to move in without adding them to the leaseTenant misused the property, ie drug lab, melting plastic in the oven, spray paint graffiti on shed, parks in unauthorized zones such as the grassSomeone injures themself while on propertyHouse fire, floods, other natural disasterMajor maintenance issues such as roof replacement, appliance malfunction, plumbing leak, etcTenant violates city code, ie noise ordinances, trash and debris in yard, etcUnavoidable costs such as normal wear and tear include failing appliances, scratched/scuffed wood floors, dirty paint, worn carpet, etc.After rehab:Property does not appraise and/or sell/rent for expected ARVInterest rates go higher than expectedProperty tax increaseStricter laws are put in place that prevent finance/refinanceThis is all that I could come up with.
Timothy Burns How to approach Lease Violations--Rookie First Timer Landlord
30 June 2023 | 41 replies
Glad I did the inspection despite it being uncomfortable, because I found a few other issues that need to be addressed. dishrag and plastic straws in garbage disposal and continuing to unplug the sump pump despite being told not to.