
12 July 2017 | 171 replies
This was a slow, non-traditional flip that included installing new subfloors, tile, PEX, cabinets, sinks, faucets, windows, landscaping and wiring/outlets/switches/fixtures, studding new walls, refinishing the original hardwood floors and clawfoot tub I found at a salvage yard, building the master bath vanity from scrap wood, hanging drywall and beadboard, and turning an awkward landing/closet/powder room combo into a full bath.
8 December 2016 | 2 replies
She says she went over there and try to talk to the neighbor At first she refused to answer the door but once she finally opened it she said "If you want me to keep my dog out of your yard tell your landlord to fix the fence and then I'll try to keep my dog out of your yard"What the neighbor is referring to, its a divider fence in between the two houses (town homes) the Landscaping slopes so there's a small Gap underneath one side of the fence.

5 August 2020 | 131 replies
If you're standing in the front yard, you can see the state capital building.

9 December 2016 | 9 replies
Also, it is in my back yard so I can do my own PM.

15 December 2016 | 11 replies
Check the interior for anything in the yard or walk up and the interiors that could be discouraging people from applying.

16 December 2016 | 4 replies
It is a 4bed/2.5 bath, 2250 sqft single family home.I have looked up a few numbers.Appraised Value: $134,000 (HCAD)Total Market Value: $142,000 (HCAD)Taxes are about $220/month (HCAD)Mortgage Payment: $610/month (used zillow mortgage calculator)Insurance; $100/monthOthers (HOA, WSG): $50/monthVacancy: $160/monthCap.Ex: $160/monthI do not know anything about repairs on this property as I have not seen it, but considering it is built in 1978 and the current owner has been there since 1999, it will need quite a few updates.Conservative Rental Income: $1600/month (Trulia.com)Cashflow: roughly $300/monthThe only things I am a little concerned about is:- Elementary school is a 2 out of 10 on Trulia (Middle school 5/10 and High school is 8/10)- Not a very big back yard, still ok sized, but not a lot.Any feedback would be appreciated :)

19 December 2016 | 23 replies
Can you add an inlaw in the back yard, unit or a bedroom to increase rents?

24 December 2016 | 19 replies
You will get the most rent per unit for a single family home, because you can offer a yard, garage, maybe a pool, and more privacy.

17 December 2016 | 2 replies
I put about 7k down (3.5% + closing costs, etc) to get into it.. so if I sold it for 160k I would make my 7k back plus a couple of extra grand after the realtor fees are paid for it sounds like, not bad for only living in it for a year.Me being a single and younger guy, I just think a house is too much for me in terms of keeping up with it on a daily basis, yard work, and things, so I was thinking of possibly renting it out and getting myself an apartment for now (or even a second home for investing purposes but I have no idea on the income requirements for obtaining a second mortgage).

21 December 2016 | 17 replies
Having your own people "own people" is probably key -- you'd be able to find remnant chunks at any stone yard kind of place.