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16 October 2007 | 6 replies
We've got quite a few contractors on the site and we relish your advice.
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18 October 2007 | 8 replies
Rent the properties until the neighborhood and surrounding properties warrent upgrading or redevelopment.... and sell .
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28 October 2007 | 13 replies
Your everyday contractor can't sue your trust if you didn't pay him, he can only sue you for your interest in the trust, if you have any interest.
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18 October 2007 | 3 replies
(if the deal contiunes I'll get a true contractor estimate)Numbers-$50775 payoff-$9772 in arrears (like 7 or 8 months plus penalties I am guessing??)
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19 October 2007 | 3 replies
And then contacting general contractors to get estimates on the work.
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25 May 2009 | 14 replies
There are many changes in the area that are reintroducing jobs and redevelopment to the area.
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16 February 2019 | 5 replies
Your credit, you cash position, your handyman skills or licensed (some people are licensed contractor's) will also make a difference.Good luck and keep posting.John Corey
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9 November 2007 | 22 replies
Budget for a professional contractor as you might need to get one.
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23 October 2007 | 5 replies
:lol: Dealing with contractors, surveyors and even the IRS is very exasperating at times.
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28 October 2007 | 17 replies
I've had a birddog go out and find me better contractors than I could find via phone or internet because it increased the profit and, thus, their portion.