Originally posted by @Matt Steele:@Joe VilleneuveI am totally following you here.

Prices for erected buildings have gone up about 40%in the last 1 ½ years.Steel prices-talked with my neighbor who is a Project Manager for a Steel supplierand with an Owner of a Steel Company, who I have done business withfor 10 years.

Wow, that above post says you can build $35 to $45 a foot, I wish I could do that, its more like $75 to 85 a foot for single story now, Steel prices are crazy.

Therefore, in this scenario, the borrower will free up 4 "slots" to obtain FNMA financing.Ulric Donawa

The gas connection like all appliances has a flex connection from the valve on the steel pipe to the unit. 

With lumber so high, I'm trying to learn about replacing with redwood, powder coated steel, composite, or aluminum and am looking for any advice on balancing upfront costs (quotes have been $35-50k) and ongoing maintenance.

However, after speaking with a couple agents who represented nearby listings, my understanding is the home could fetch a $215-220k ARV as a flip (would require stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, custom finishes, etc.).

Hello all, my tenant is vacating after about 8 years and I wanted to take this as an opportunity to upgrade the property (~$10k) and fix stuff (new exterior and interior paint, stainless steel dishwasher, etc.).  

I am adding basic grade stainless steel fridge, standard washer / dryer, and possibly sand/paint cabinets to update it a little.

Hello everyone, I am remodeling my bathroom and I am at a crossroads with choosing a bathtub. I am doing tile surround so I'll need a tub that will last so I dont have to replace the tiles for a long time. I have a lo...