Larry Moore
Rehabbing in Winter
12 October 2009 | 11 replies
One winter, I watched contractors remove vinyl siding and install stone face on a house.
Kevin M
Bamboo floors
30 November 2009 | 3 replies
I like the way it looks, but it requires a minimum moisture content in the air, which I don't have out here in the desert, so I've never installed it.I can't think of any reason a buyer would object to it, other than the obvious one that they have their heart set on red cherry floors (which is a problem with any and every flooring you use)I don't think bambeoo is any cheaper than other wood flooring, so you chose it because you like the way it looks.
Bienes Raices
Water won't turn on in REO
23 August 2010 | 12 replies
If this is the case, I'd install a new "Ball valve".All of the other posts are great ideas, too.Good Luck!
Ronny Tiburcio
funding rehab project
6 August 2017 | 17 replies
Allowable Repairs or Renovations Funds can be used for any repairs or renovations that are permanently affixed and add value to the property.Allowable repairs or renovations include, but are not limited to: Installation of an “in-ground” swimming pool Outdoor living areas are also eligible along with the pool installationSubject property cannot be an unfinished model home or unfinished new construction.Kitchen appliances (i.e. cooktop/ovens/stove/refrigerator/dishwasher) may be included only as built-in fixtures (attached to property - cannot be removed) in connection with a total kitchen renovation that includes new cabinetry and countertops.
Patrick Philip
How do you handle bathtubs/showers in rehab projects?
7 August 2017 | 18 replies
As others have mentioned, it will be the standard 16" center 2x4 walls, and ceiling joists on the same pattern as the rest of the house.My guess is that the big box stores only sell stuff that DIY folks would buy.
Edgar Martin
Capital gains on rental?
22 August 2017 | 5 replies
That being said, the two options that I'm aware of are to do owner financing which would allow you to pay taxes based on an installment sale (you do not get all of your money out right away, but only pay taxes on what you get out and still pay all the taxes) or to live in the property for 2+ years before sale.Here is a thread with a lot more information about the installment sale option: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/142582-tax-implications-of-seller-financing-via-note
Jimmy S.
Tenants dog scratched doors, what to do?
17 August 2017 | 18 replies
The easiest DIY solution (that I think would look decent) would be to get some (gel) wood stain in the closest color you can find to touch up the scratches then remove the handles and do two coats of (satin finish) polyshades in a color slightly darker than the doors are now (probably bombay mahogany).
Patrick LeTourneau
Landlord Responsibility-Tenant did a radon test..came back high
17 September 2017 | 15 replies
Assuming it is high, I will install a radon mitigation system as I believe it is the right thing to do...I wouldn't want to live in a house with high radon with my family.
Joshua B.
$41,000+ flip in Ann Arbor, Michigan (with pictures)
14 September 2017 | 15 replies
What type of countertop did you install?
Erik Master
Looking for suggestions for a reliable Carpenter or Handyman
5 September 2017 | 1 reply
He has extensive experience as a fabricator for experiential marketing including trade shows, fashion week, window installation, theatre/film/print, and custom furniture.