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Tom Dieringer Eager to hear about your Biggest STR Home Runs - which path did you take?
28 August 2024 | 31 replies
Made from solid logs from the now-extinct Chestnut tree, wood floors, and original rock fireplace.  
Katie Hartung New to STR management for others and seeking your expert input
10 August 2024 | 8 replies
Here is what I proposed:Setup fees : Administration Setup:One Time Fee: $400Guidebook: Using professional photos give the guests a professional tour of the house and how the home works (Wifi passwords // How to use grill // How to use propane fireplace // Hot tub instructions // Sauna instructions //Check in and check out instructions //where extras may be storedOTA (Online Travel Agency) setups: taking professional photos and actively updating your listing on popular platforms;PMS (Property Management System) Setup Smart Pricing Set upWebsite integrationOther (furniture arrangement / design / décor shopping and set up) $50 per hour· Placement fees · Marketing Cost: Variable depending on needs/wants for marketingFacebook AdsGoogle Ads Cleaners: Set up procedures/take pics of expectations· Management fee—30%Guest communicationCleaner communicationSetting Rental rateDealing with small maintenance issuesBooking CoordinationSmart Lock integrationKeeping supplies stocked (TP, paper towel, all cleaning products, coffee, filters, creamer, sugars, teas,)(Receipts would be submitted on a monthly basis for either reimbursement or book keeping purposes)Encouraging guests to leave good reviews by periodically checking in, providing a review template, and ensuring guests receive the amenities they are looking forContinued marketingMajor Maintenance fees—OwnerCleaning and laundry services fees: Cleaning fee to the guest depending on how cleaner wants to charge
Jennifer Brown We were very unhappy with Ryan Poske and Bildwise LLC
8 August 2024 | 6 replies
., the roofers, the fireplace repair crew, and the carpet installers), there were numerous instances when Bildwise and its subcontractors did not complete tasks in a workmanlike manner.
Femi Ibrahim How New Western Acquisitions Made Me Lose my Life Savings ($70k)
13 August 2024 | 97 replies
The property had MAJOR foundational issues the cracks all up the wall, under the fire place, and sub floor.
Robert Lopez Labor Cost? Did I pay too much?
31 July 2024 | 13 replies
The main house is completed and as far as labor, I spent $40,000 on just labor and that includes everything from full gut demo to finishes.We are talking about a 4BD, 3BTH two story 2400 ft.² home with a bonus room.This was a full gut job, replaced…12 Windows (new construction)2 sliding doorsTook out all carpet throughout.Took out this ugly 2” thick tile from half of the downstairs portion.Removed popcorn throughout the entire houseTook one wall downA little framing workReplaced entry door 80” x 92”Drywall patchingSmooth drywall work50 recessed lightingAll electrical neededAll plumbing neededNew cement walkway instead of one walk to the front door I created two steps with two lights in each step.Install kitchen cabinets, excluding countertopInstall all three vanities3 bathtubs with one being a modern standalone tub in the masterAll tile work (bathroom wall & floor, kitchen backsplash)Installing of all hardware, faucets, showerheads, etcInstalled 8 single panel doors with hardwareAdding self-leveler after tearing out that thick tileNew LVP flooring throughout the entire house except bathrooms,all baseboards, trimsPainting the entire house, painting all the doors, painting the outside trim.Reframing the outside balconyReframing the fireplace to install new linear modern electrical fireplaceand they took care of the two trash bins.I mean, completely redone.The only thing that was not included in the $40,000 is landscaping, counter top cut and install and of course the ADU which I’m currently working on now.So my question for my fellow investors and contractors did I pay too much?
Dave Foster The Movie Set house AKA the "broken house" by my children
30 July 2024 | 0 replies
Power stripped 60 years of paint from the floor-to-ceiling river rock fire place.
Rob Schou Landlord Insurance Option
23 July 2024 | 1 reply
My normal insurance provider(Erie) said they will not provide coverage on a rental we are about to purchase due to the home having fireplaces.
Account Closed Ski Town Investment
23 July 2024 | 2 replies
Knowing where to take financial shortcuts (floors) and where to invest (fireplaces).
James Lee Add Unit or 1031 Exchange?!
22 July 2024 | 9 replies
in May I closed a permit that removed load bearing wall, added a bathroom, and removed a fireplace.  
Collin Hays Cabin expansion: Can you guys give me your thoughts?
19 July 2024 | 19 replies
I am considering a 20 foot extension to my cabin - a new master suite with bathroom and fireplace, that would take me to around 2900 feet.