Some of the initiatives gearing up on the west side of Indianapolis will likely change this over time, but I wouldn't get in too early as it will probably be an inconsistent experience for a few more years to come.

If you complete the work with out a permit you run the chance of being fined (If an inspector catches you) and the city puts a stop work order on the property until you get a permit pulled.

i finally got approved on a duplex i submitted for 8 weeks ago.  Landbank is a long long process but the prices for homes are soo cheap.  Each side is  1400sq ft but are 2 bed 1 bath.  In the rehab im adding 3rd bed r...

There may be some areas in Indianapolis where the sewer bill has to be paid by the owner, but other than that... it's typically going to be the tenants.As far as overhead goes, I find the 50% rule to be pretty accurate if you look at a 5 year snapshot.

Louis and Indianapolis.

Biggest lesson learned was to use your own inspector.

Can anyone please recommend a good home inspector?

Honestly you might want to have a good MH inspector just give you a bulk rate, figure $1000 or maybe more for that. 

Welcome, Little bit about me, I have been inspecting properties for 3 years, I am BPI Energy Auditor certified, Internachi Building inspector certified, Leased residential homes for 2 years with Renters Warehouse, held a real estate license for 3 years, did 3 years of residential HVAC work, hold a residential HVAC diploma and EPA certifications. 

Hey BP,Contingent on a Chicago area property that’s in need of pretty major lead remediation before the city will allow tenants to occupy a couple of the units.City health inspectors have been through the structure twice and have issued an exhaustive list of items that must be fixed, including suggested methods for remediation.Closing is contingent on these items being handled by a licensed remediation/restoration firm, or at the very least having the work quoted in order to obtain a credit from the seller.So, can anyone recommend a well reviewed/reputable, licensed lead remediation firm in the Chicago area?