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Sam B. $200k in six months - long distance RE challenge
17 December 2021 | 229 replies
The rotted hardwoods have been demo’d out, house is dried out, and the mold has been removed.
Deniz Cengiz is this a new strategy ??
3 September 2017 | 7 replies
I would do part of the reno with my crew , such as hardwood floors, paint job, updating kitchen, bathroom vanities , roof and electrical issues / HVAC / siding etc,.. have to be done by vendors..  
Jasmine Claye How Likely Is It?
17 December 2012 | 26 replies
I'm wrapping up a rehab that I'm managing for another investor (A friend of mine who also happens to be on this forum)We've done Roof, HVAC, light plumbing, light electrical, new cabinets, granite, a fireplace refinish, carpet, hardwoods on main level, 11 boards of sheetrock, exterior work (some light, some not so light), 3 bathroom remodels, and a very swank tile backsplash for under $33k.
Bryan Hancock Sourcing Crew Managers - Where To Look
15 October 2012 | 2 replies
What we're seeking are more 'crew manager' type individuals that could help with the following types of activities://Begin JDInstallation Of:-Flooring-Decking-Miscellaneous metals-Woods and plastics-Trim-Cabinets-Exterior trim-Fencing-Insulation-Flashings and sheet metal-Sealant and caulk-Doors and door hardware-Windows-Paint-Tile and countertops-Carpet-Hardwood floors-Drywall and finishings-Toilets, baths, and laundry accessories-Closet and wardrobe accessoriesIdeal candidates would have the following skillsets as well:-Install simple electrical and plumbing fixtures (ceiling fans and faucets for instance)-Assist with permitting process at The City of Austin-Manage schedules, budgets, and scope of projects-Excellent communication skills and familiarity with Dropbox and text messaging with cell phones-Good organizational skills to mail receipts for use in bookkeeping-Have a proven track record of managing multiple new residential construction and/or rehab projects//End JDThey would be on site actually doing work on the job and report to one of our partners periodically.
Gregory Montalto You have the keys. What do you do first w/ rehab property??
24 January 2014 | 29 replies
1) fill up truck and trailer with trash if there is any and take it to the landfill 2) replace exterior doors if any are broken and/or change locks 3) fix the roof if it's leaking and fix damage caused by water to structural elements 4) check out the electrical and plumbing and fix as needed 5) fix drywall 6) paint 7) refinish or paint existing hardwood floors or put down HDF laminate 8) put in cabinets, toilets, sinks, appliances, etc if what is there is not easily restorable 9) replace windows that are boarded up or broken through both panes 10) check the HVAC system if one exists and fix or replace as necessary 11) add/replace interior doors, toilet paper holder, outlet covers, etc 12) clean, stage, advertise
Ryan Dossey How did you complete your first rehab flip?
3 December 2014 | 7 replies
It needed a good rehab, but nothing major (carpet, paint, hardwood, appliances, wall-paper removal, etc).  
Laura Levine NJ Inspector missed major issues, options for legal recourse?
23 March 2015 | 11 replies
The termite damage was on the sill plate and joists that would have been very easily observed (there was a huge hole in the subfloor under the hardwoods) if either the inspector or termite inspector had gone into the crawl space that was acceptable from two locations.  
Account Closed Stainless Steal in C class building?
14 May 2018 | 15 replies
It looks similar to hardwoods, which appeals to many tenants. 
Brent Barnes Trying to Analyze My First Deal. Need Help Estimating Rehab Cost!
1 August 2021 | 5 replies
This will help you get a better idea of what tile, hardwood, carpet, plumbing fixtures and light fixtures costs for your rehabs.#3 Contact Local Contractors for Labor Pricing / Hire a GC to ConsultCall local Subcontractors and get budget pricing for common repairs on your typical rehab project.For example, call a roofer and ask what their average cost per Square of Architectural Asphalt Shingle Roofing would be on a 1,500 sf house, with a 6/12 pitch.Note: Some contractors will be reluctant to share pricing without seeing the property, but tell them you are just looking for a rough budget number you can use on future projects.You can also pay a General Contractor a consulting fee of a couple of hundred dollars (per house) to walkthrough a few properties with you and provide a detailed estimate of prices that you can use as your 'menu for future projects.#4 Compile Your Prices into a Spreadsheet or Estimating SoftwareOnce you start to get a better understanding of Labor and Material costs you will want to store this data into a spreadsheet or software that you can use to help you streamline the estimating process.The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs comes with a spreadsheet that you can use to help you populate your own database of labor pricing and material pricing.