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7 July 2013 | 5 replies
I have found that I can make cabinets look new by sanding and painting the boxes and ordering doors online.
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11 February 2013 | 2 replies
It will require new kit cab refacing/carpet in 2 and paint in all 4 (I am handy so I would do these myself to save on unexpected expenses I might have for a first time buy.)
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13 February 2013 | 17 replies
Great tip on the keywords; didn't know that existed.
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23 June 2013 | 12 replies
But they do take care of the property and want to be there for a long time.When/if they do move out, I'm counting on minor "wear and tear" fixes, painting, etc.In general, 99% of the time, yes, get a security deposit.
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13 February 2013 | 3 replies
You don't want to get painted with the same brush.
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13 February 2013 | 13 replies
Also had to purchase reinforcer for mixing, primer for bonding the concrete to the backer, the color stain I wanted, a sprayer and a suitable top coat.Step 2: (Only for wood subfloor)Install HardiBacker, tape seems with fiberglass tape, serico all seams. 3 coats and sand.Step 3:Paint a coat of primer over everything and when tacky to the touch:Mix concrete with reinforcer and trowel on roughly an 1/8" thick everywhere.
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15 February 2013 | 5 replies
Let's say the repairs are estimated at $9,000 (pretty much paint, carpet, and some minor updating.)
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17 February 2013 | 14 replies
Hi, I am new to BP and I am in highschool interested in real estate investing i have attended some seminars and i have been doing research and i would like to know some tips in getting started and if i can find someone to mentor me in my market which is Atlanta,Ga.Thanks
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15 February 2013 | 6 replies
I'm terrible at painting.
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18 April 2013 | 7 replies
Does anyone have any tips for SE Michigan?