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Allen Lopez Thoughts on flooded houses?
19 October 2018 | 1 reply
With flooded homes do I need permits, inspections, etc or would just replacing the damaged dry wall, and flooring (fixing the damages) work?
Irina Shetty Rehab Cost Estimate- too high?
28 October 2018 | 17 replies
When I bid my labor for demolition (which is a fairly unskilled job, like painting interior walls) I view ~$1,200 as 4 men for a day
Tim Kaminski First Deal Done- Thoughts?
20 October 2018 | 3 replies
Looking back, may have just kept the wall units but central air seems to be a big draw for the renters.Future: Am looking into getting a HELOC on property to fund the next multifamily investment.
Rick Browning Smoking security deposit
26 October 2018 | 11 replies
I also heard/saw a suggestion here that the owner chargers for cigarette butts they find on the ground.
Joe Williams Threatening small claims for security deposit
19 October 2018 | 2 replies
Our tenants just moved out and left our home dirty with stained carpet (which was brand new when they got there) lots of scratches on the wood floor, holes in the walls, chipped paint and large scratches in walls.
Derek Sperzel Our biggest transformation ever & potentially our biggest profit!
20 October 2018 | 1 reply
We inserted a partition wall in the large addition on the back of the property to create a master suite, and a family den.
Eric Telese Repair list for seller, need advice!
23 October 2018 | 2 replies
Keep in mind we do not have known cost amounts for these repair items, and can just make estimates, and hope no other costly issues are uncovered after attacking some of the repairs.My question is, with our next interaction with the selling agent, should we:A) Ask for the major repairs be metB) Ask for a decrease in agreed upon price (without great idea of what the repairs will cost)C) A combination of both; settle with some repairs met, and a decrease in priceOur entire list is below: (keep in mind that I am not sure if all of these things need direct attention to get the unit rent-able, or if some items can be overlooked for now and deal with later as they become more of a problem)Repair List:Items that need attention before renting unit:Big Ticket Items:Install furnaceInstall all new appliancesInstall water heaterExterior electric power supply is damaged, needs repairInstall guttersNo termite treatmentNo gas meter, install newAttic decking has moisture damage, needs repairSmaller Repair Items:Install electric panel faceplate and secure exposed wiresTwo prong outlets (could not test), swap out, install GFCI where neededTrim tree limbs in contact with power linesMissing light cover under front entranceRepair kitchen windowsRepair kitchen sink leakRepair utility room leakInsulate atticSeal gaps in living room doorLoose bathroom faucetAdjust shower water pressurePatchwork performed in multiple rooms, walls are plaster on wood lathe- which I have been told can have asbestos issues once opened upDeferred Cost Items:Large tree removalTorn and missing roof shinglesSeal plumbing boots on roofRaised soffit under car portSecure electrical lines in attic, they run over attic stringers, not through them (necessary?)
Betsey Thompson Vacation Renatls Advertising platforms
22 October 2018 | 12 replies
Every year about 300 wall calendars of scantily clad women with my advertising get distributed to my renters and their employers. 
Kurt G. Backsplash Tile That Appeals To The Masses
17 February 2019 | 13 replies
https://www.homedepot.com/b/Flooring-Tile-Tile-Backsplashes/Wall/N-5yc1vZbcszZ1z0jipv?
Marc Izquierdo Apartment Value when replacing section 8 tenants
13 September 2018 | 8 replies
@Marc Izquierdo, section 8 tenants generally have little to no skin in the game, so really don't care about your plumbing or walls or how the place looks.