DC has a strong economy which helps too.With a duplex, as with any free-standing building, you'll be responsible for all the systems (HVAC, roof, plumbing) so be sure to get a good inspection before settlement.

He's a member of a union, but I don't think that's his employer, just a sort of "referral agency" to plumbing jobs.Can I serve a wage garnishment order for him directly on the Union office, or would I need to serve it on his employer?

How old is the electric and plumbing?

are you needs a whole house redone or just some plumbing?

Plumbing?

For plumbing go to Terrylove.com.

Fortunately most of it consisting of HVAC and Plumbing issues.

The handy man charged $15 an hour and knew plumbing electrical roofing siding you name it!

I'm not going to get into the deal specifics since I just got the project under contract however here are a few details:Purchase price - 1.55MM w/ 10% seller second at 5%Rehab - 100-150k - mainly windows, plumbing stacks and misc cosmeticGross rents are around 30k/monthTenants pay for everything but water/sewerInstantly appealing the taxes right at closing.

I replaced all the light fixtures and fan fixtures, and re-did much of the plumbing in the kitchen sink and bathroom as well.