
5 July 2020 | 13 replies
The lathe is not securely fastened to the structure, potential moisture problems, foundation movement, etc.

28 August 2016 | 2 replies
Could be as simple as a roof or complex as the foundation.

29 August 2016 | 1 reply
I am from NJ so wanted to know if any local Pittsburgh investors know of any GC that would be able to run a project from the foundation up.

18 September 2016 | 2 replies
I am from NJ so wanted to know if any local Pittsburgh investors know of any GC that would be able to run a project from the foundation up.

4 December 2016 | 47 replies
On a typical project, here are the contractors I'll probably use:- Demo- Roofer- Painter- Carpenter- Plumber- Electrician- HVAC- Window Company- Tile Guy- Carpet Guy- Hardwood Guy- Cabinets/Countertops Company- Termite Inspection- Landscaping- Garage Door Company- House CleanerIn addition, on many projects I'll also use:- Drywall Guys- Insulation- Surveyor- Structural Engineer- Inspectors- Concrete Company- Driveway/Paving Company- Grading- Tree Trimming- Shower Glass CompanyFor big projects, new construction:- Architect- Civil Engineer- Foundation- Asbestos Removal- Sediment Control- Excavation, Dirt Hauling- Interior Sprinklers- Stone WorkEach of those contractors will typically get between 1-4 draws, depending on the scope of the work they have for the project.Then there are materials and other non-labor costs:- Permits (0-3 transactions per project)- Porta Pottys (0-3 transactions per project)- Home Depot Materials (3-5 transactions per project)- Dumpsters (1-3 transactions per project)- Paint Purchase- Cabinets/Countertops Purchase (2-4 transactions per project)- Flooring Material Purchase (1-2 transactions per project)- Specialty Material Suppliers (0-10 transactions per project)- Utility/Service Installation (0-5 transactions per project)- Private Inspections (0-5 transactions per project)- Insulation/Airtightness Tests- AppliancesOn top of that, I will potentially write several checks to:- Title Company- Property Inspector- Appraiser- General Contractor or Project Manager- Interest Payments- Utility Payments- Tax PaymentsOn top of that, I have my general business expenses:- Accounting- Legal- Interest Payments- Tax Payments- Brokerage Fees- E&O Fees- MLS Fees- Overhead/Office (Supplies, Equipment, Subscriptions, Software, etc)- Telephone/Fax/Internet- Income from Property SalesAll of these easily add up to a couple hundred transactions on a large project or new build, meaning many dozen per month.

29 August 2016 | 6 replies
Are there any signs of the foundation sinking on any side?

30 August 2016 | 10 replies
That will give you some foundational knowledge in the subject matter.

1 October 2016 | 3 replies
It sounds like you have a good foundation started.

30 August 2016 | 2 replies
I'm early enough in my timeline where i can still set a new foundation to my investment path without ripping and replacing anything.Thanks everyone for your help.