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Max James Why are DIY REI's Losers?
10 November 2015 | 26 replies

If you've read the The Millionaire Mind by Thomas J. Stanley, you understand most millionaires (as in 98% of them) are not DIYer's. This makes sense to me. To achieve true greatness, in any aspect of success, you ne...

Bienes Raices ceiling fans ripped out
11 January 2011 | 8 replies

The former owner ripped the ceiling fans out of all the rooms. Is this a DIY job, with this kind of exposed wiring, or should I just pay an electrician to come and put the new fans in? Thanks!

Rachel Lang Advice...rehab DIY or hire it out? First flip
9 January 2018 | 1 reply

I am deep into the researching stage of my first flip. Hoping to buy my first property in the next few months.My question is...how do you decide what repairs to DIY and what to hire out? Obviously I could easily manag...

Ashley Lesieur Recommended DIY Books/Sites?
27 July 2015 | 8 replies

Hi all,I am planning on renovating my 650sqft pre-war condo within the next year.  Before I joined this community, DIY would not have entered my mind.  But now that I have read about others doing it, I am considering ...

Tera B. Installing Railing. Should I do it or require the tenant?
13 September 2015 | 4 replies

I have a potential tenant who has requested installation of hand railing in the living room and bathroom. I will allow the potential tenant to install the railing but I am objecting to being responsible for the instal...

Ryan Ericson Seeking Tenant Proof Windows?
17 May 2017 | 3 replies

I have 8 units and most windows will need to be replaced soon.  Almost all tenants use window air conditioner units.  I'm just wondering what you have found to be the best windows for this type of use. Additionally, a...

Lesley Resnick Shower tile vs shower insert
25 March 2019 | 14 replies

I have been installing tile in the showers when I reno my rentals.  It is a bit of a pain and somewhat expensive.  Has anyone used the lowes or HD shower inserts.  They seem affordable, anywhere from 350-900 for the s...

Kumar Gaurav Window guard for child safety
10 June 2020 | 4 replies

Hello,I am planning to install a window guard for child safety. Is it a simple diy project or is it something which requires help from a handyman or contractor.Where can buy one?Thanks

Ally Raetz Diy Countertops gone wrong!
7 October 2020 | 7 replies

Hey all! 
Hoping to get some help!
So we have the old school white tile countertops. Our plan was to put a layer or 2 of grout over them and then epoxy. All was going well until our buddy gave us a bag of grout. He ...

Art Maydan Tenant Wants To Make Modifications
17 November 2016 | 13 replies

My tenant wants to install a TV mount and potentially move the cable hole in the wall. I think the mount is reasonable, but he can just run a longer cable and deal with the cable hole where it is. What do you think? H...