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Melani Morris Old house needs facelift
16 September 2020 | 7 replies
The new roof is a muddy brown metal ( ugh), also fence suggestions?  
Mandi Martinez Did I make a mistake painting the house blue!?
18 November 2018 | 71 replies
Notice that white was chosen as a trim for each of these which sharpens the look and breaks up the color, and there is significant architectural and design detail that makes these homes interesting.Now, look at these homes:Not horrible, but an old metal awning and iron railings on the porch and no architectural detail make this blue house less appealing.
Luis Magnus Wholesaling Tricks and Tips
28 October 2019 | 16 replies
Then, once you find what works for you, dive in, petal to the metal, and do not stop. 
Nicholas Curcuru Please rate my evaluation: 3/2 1970 Condo STR
5 February 2023 | 2 replies
Estimated renno/appliance costs: 2x bedrooms LVP: $2.5K ($5/ft2 installed guestimate over 2br @ ~200ft2 each + $500 in noise treatment) 2x bedroom low-profile ceiling fans w/lights : $800 ($250 labor + 150 fan 2x based on extra effort to locate mounting boxes, assuming they exist)1x new shower/tub prefab insert: $3.5K installed (guesstimate) 1x new toilet $400 ($250 standard 1-piece + $150 labor)2x shower-head upgrades: $100100% repaint : $5.2K (1600ft2 x $3.23 ft/2) may opt to do myself100A breaker panel complete replacement & upgrade to 4-prong 220V dryer connection on other side of wall: $2k (guestimate, original panel is still present and 100% not staying)Non-ancient washing machine: $750LED light upgrades/replacements: $100Kitchen cabinet touch-up + hardware + adjustments: $500 (guesstimate)Outdoor storage room rehab (mold remediation, drywall gut + replace, leak repairs): $3K (total guess, it's like a 6x8 Outdoor patio concrete pad & rail cleaning: $50 Microwave: free =) Lock replacements: $350 (schlagre encode + basic patio lock change) Keurig Coffee Maker: $150Kitchen pots, pans, bakeware, utensils, cups, plates: $300 + donating my spare setsMisc electrical work: $500 (replace light fixture, fix outlet(s), re-wire light switch)RENNOVATION TOTAL: $22.2K or $27.5K with contingencyFurniture, linens, supplies: 2x queen bedframe & box springs: $5002x queen mattress: $800 2x XL twin bedframe & box springs: $5502x XL twin mattress: $5506x nightstands: $7502 full size, 2 half size dressers: $500Mattress covers: $1006 queen pillows, 4x XL twin pillows (1 spare 'set' for each mattress): $180Bed sheets x 4 each mattress: $300Bathroom linens: $200 (16 wash cloth, 8 hand towel, 8 regular towel, 8 washable floor mat) Metal outdoor patio furniture: $2003-piece couch set: $70050"+ TV w/ install: $600Kitchen table + 4 chairs: $400Misc crap (soap dispensers, wifi router, wifi thermostat, cleaning supplies, doormats, artwork, mirrors, lamps, air freshers, air filters, TP, etc.): $1000  FURNITURE TOTAL: $7,280 or $10K with contingencyOther thoughts:Kitchen cabinets have already been painted/hardware upgraded poorly.
Sean Sloop Ductless MiniSplit in Cold Weather states
7 July 2021 | 1 reply
Cheaper models, ones with exposed coils and if tenant is excessive with use causes freezeups but I think they work much more efficient in small spaces like studio and 1 bedroom apartments.
Account Closed My First Duplex, and I need your opinions!
23 July 2017 | 3 replies
They have put a brand new metal roof on this property.The HVAC has always been serviced, but he has had the property since 2003 and it came with that HVAC. 
Account Closed Doctor's note for cats?!
13 October 2016 | 49 replies
Hair everywhere, urine stains, barn smell and dirty hvac filters, ducting and coil galore.  
Chris G. Tenant Interfering with Contractor
1 March 2023 | 1 reply
Been trying to get new metal roofing, gutter system, and outside building lights on commercial property for a long time now.
Blair F. Key & lock advice on systems
8 October 2019 | 7 replies
The metal faceplate hides the top one which is used as a master for all your rentals.  
Anthony Then Real Estate Investors! Are the return worth it instead of stocks?
19 September 2020 | 69 replies
I know people who have gold or other precious metals.