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5 February 2014 | 21 replies
However, it seems it this biz. that a lot of contractors can't even afford the materials cost upfront so we either buy the materials and they get paid for work completed, reimburse them right away when they deliver the materials to site or some will go with them to buy the materials. if anyone has another effective way of doing this would love to know.
5 February 2014 | 4 replies
She hasn't made a payment for 8 months and the house needs a complete rehab inside and out.I've estimated the ARV at about 140k and the renovation costs at about 45k (materials only).
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3 February 2014 | 1 reply
I'm new to this business and pass experience I attended a couple of seminar classes with fortune builders and I receive some material from them to help me start up wholesaling ...
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4 February 2014 | 18 replies
Recycling or use of recycled materials such as paint or doors.What you see at times are ideas that you have to shape to fit your needs.
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14 February 2014 | 4 replies
I have been offered a non-performing 1st and have the due diligence package along with my own comps and assessment.
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7 February 2014 | 20 replies
I plan on reading through the “new to investing book” and other newbie materials, however, I am also looking for experienced Philadelphia Investors who have interest in sharing their knowledge and experiences.
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4 February 2014 | 6 replies
I always buy all the materials and never pay for labor (more than a few bucks, anyway) ahead of what is complete.Been there, though.
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13 February 2014 | 27 replies
Now place all the sleeping material over the plastic drape.
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15 February 2014 | 13 replies
So, a 2000 sf house would be $2000-3000.Cost of paint has gone up considerably in the past year or two, so find a contractor who does enough work that they can get reasonable material/paint discounts.
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12 February 2014 | 7 replies
Really good for direct mail letters, post cards, priority envelopes as well as other marketing material and signs.