Deferred maintenance was usually astronomical even once you factor in the incredibly conservative engineering reports in the reserve fund study.

Removing old rugs and replacing with modern engineered floors is highly attractive to young buyers.

Hi everyone,I'm new to BP and the real estate world and would love to get some insights on buying my first rental property.A bit about me, I'm a full-time engineer living in Oxnard, California.

A structure engineer will charge about $1500-$3500 just for his written suggestion. 

However, I have lived in Austin for over 5 years and have worked as a software engineer here for 3+ years.

My step dad is an engineer and I pulled building permits for over 5 years for him daily.

If that doesn't work, contact a local civil engineering firm, tell them what you want to do and have them do a quick feasibility study for you.

"1) Grad engineer and owned rentals2) Part owner in sales rep firm3) Tech sales went in the toilet since manufacturing isn't done in the US much any more4) Got real estate license5) Found firm doing commercial, mostly apartments6) Thought I was a genius since I'M AN ENGINEER!!! 

If you need a Strctural engineer to look this make that happen before you release contingencies.

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