Henley Smokey
Previous Structural Integrity Issues
We have a condo that includes an underground parking garage. Recently, it was determined the building where the underground parking garage is (which is separate from the condo building) had structural integrity issues...
Fred Sams
Structural Integrity of a Load Bearing Beam
Is a 4” x 6” x 12’ structurally as sound as a 4” x 8” x 12’ beam, when used as a load bearing beam?Having some home renovation done consisting of widening the opening at dining room and living room. With this widening...
Eric Hathway
What type of inspector can evaluate structural integrity?
When buying a large multi-family building, other than the home inspector, what type of specialist can further evaluate structural integrity, foundation, sagging, etc? Would it be Structural Engineer?
Keith Thomas
Are shipping containers still a thing ?
Hello everyone, So I am starting out looking at a plot of land in a very popular area of Pittsburgh. Was thinking of a strategy to get units on it. Thought about making a 1 unit (2bed/2bath) or 2 units(1bed/1bath) on ...
Troy Parker
Can Renovations Reduce Insurance Costs? A Florida Homeowner's Strategy
Hello BiggerPockets community,
As a first-time homeowner in Florida, I've encountered some unique challenges, including the need to pay for an insurance policy upfront for a year in escrow due to the home's initial c...
Rick Edgeworth
Is it a buy at 180k
.66 acres in growing community. Busy hwy frontage. 4 commercial rental location on the site. Currently all rented out though 2 will soon be empty. 1 of them I will use for my wife's business and the other will need to...
John Mullen
First deal! (BRRRR in South Side Columbus)
Investment Info:
Single-family residence buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $155,000
Cash invested: $30,000
Contributors:
Mike Pauze
Still in process of rehab. Intention is t...
Grant K.
Property Appraisal - Conditional Repairs
Hi I'm in the process of obtaining a loan to purchase a home in Texas that has a tight time frame to close within (foreclosure home). The home is in great condition, but I've been told if the appraiser comes back with...
Ryan Thomson
Garage Conversion: 10 Things to Consider
A garage conversion can be a cost-effective way to add living space to a property and potentially generate income through renting the garage apartment (or living in it and renting out the main house). Here are some co...
Edgar Sanabia
converting garage in STR
I just want to hear peoples experience on turning there garage into a short term rental and the process .... thank you