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Scott Anderson Purcahsed a 55,000 SQFT building at an auction - Need Guidance on what to do next!
24 November 2023 | 13 replies
=======Locate the septic feild(s)(s)(s).Have a scientific drinkability test on the tap water for any contaminates.Beware of big (and small) spiders in the basement.9 x 9 tiles are probably asbestos, same for the glue used to hold them down.Wiring and electrical panels may be at end of service life.Florescent lighting may be circa 1960 (I dream of Jeannie) lacking modern non-buzzing startups and be way to many for modern use (electrical hogs).Don't drink any of the water (or even get it splashed on you) without having it tested first.The building may have city water and well combination.Find all abandoned septic fields.Find out if the fire suppression equipment is up to spec with the local fire dept--inspections, types.Without a roof and with many broken out windows insurance may be hard to find.Paint--expect lead (the pealing type) of paint.Assume anything with capacitors-(HVAC, Florescent troffers, Kitchen electric motors, food service garbage disposals, etc.. )-the capacitors are bad--do not turn on until checked by a competent technician.Look for a basement.Look for fallout shelter(s)(s)(s) underground separate from the building (Duck and Cover Turtle era).Look for steam heat system and have it inspected for possible use or demolition.Look for abandoned wells, that may have dried up or were too contaminated to continue use.A phase 1 enviro would have been a good CYA move--you can bet any buyer from you will get one...Pay to have a written professional inspection done of the building to get a consolidated look at the things you will be facing.
Jane S. Angry sellers not returning earnest money
19 December 2023 | 24 replies
Other things like the solar panel, you may not have known enough about to know it produced more than you needed (which is actually a good thing as then you get money back from the electrical company even if that goes to paying other utilities).
Dana A. Would love some Floridian Advice!
22 May 2023 | 63 replies
Had to replace outside electrical panel as well.Literally had a $30 an hour handyman work nearly full-time at the house just trying to stay ahead of the corrosion and humidity issues.
Maxwell Silva Best finance option for personal home renovation
16 October 2023 | 6 replies
With some of our solar panel lenders for example, you can go as low as ~3.99% (with a high upfront fee) up to ~9.5-10% with no or very low fee. hope this helps 
Rachel Lyle Bridgers Modular Multifamily Homes
21 April 2020 | 10 replies
Manufactured homes are mobile homes that are panelized and not wood framed.
Jennifer Cen Any tax incentives for DOB Partial demolition (Alt1/Alt-CO) primary SFH?
21 December 2023 | 1 reply
Based on my research, new constructions don’t qualify for majority of tax incentives, such as Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit, with the exception of the NY Solar Tax Credit for solar panels and electric chargers.
Tim Lindstrom Successfully sued a handyman acting as a contractor
9 May 2023 | 23 replies
I once had a licensed, insured, reputable company swap out an electrical panel ( 3500-4500 bucks) and they left us with no electricity in one section of our house.
Reggie Rearden Help with evicting an undesirable tenant
26 June 2023 | 13 replies
Electric panel, water line, bathroom, gas line?
Pixel Rogue Building a tax advantaged retirement plan...best ways to invest extra funds...
2 November 2023 | 11 replies
Like in rental real estate, they perform a service (e.g. for rentals, HVAC installation/repair; for solar farms, panel installation, wiring, etc.) and expect to get paid for the labor/materials/service.The following are just examples.
Sean Broughton Repair estimates?
30 January 2015 | 5 replies
It has served me well so far.Exterior paint : $2.00 per finished sqftInterior paint : $1.30 per finished sqftWindows and Doors : $300 eachKitchen : $2500 for 10' cabinets and sinkBathroom : $2500Flooring : $2.50 per finished sqft ( does not matter Carpet,hardwood or laminate)Electrical Panel : $1500Water Heater : $500Furnace : $3500AC : $1500Add up all the major items and then add 25% to the sum to account for miscellaneous expenses.This should give you a good estimate of repairs.If the entire inside of a house needs to be renovated just factor $15-$20 per sqft.Hope this helps.