Joshua Dorkin
Why I Hate Using Cell Phones (Video)
I've always had a fear of cell phones, because I think that they are dangerous, despite promises that they are safe from the governments around the world.
This video makes me feel a little less crazy about my fear.
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Jake Arnold
Christmas gifts for tenants?
I’m getting presents for tenants tomorrow. Any idea on what would be a good gift or what you folks usually do if you do that?
Account Closed
Mixed Opinions on Asbestos.. What is yours?
Hello all!
I purchased my first flip house on Monday and as a new real estate investor, I would like to get some experienced rehabber's opinions on the threat of asbestos. I searched BP for asbestos-related forums b...
Steve Burrell
Denver - Remodel Estimates
Ok, I know there are a lot of variables, but I thought I’d ask the experts anyway!
Looking at a personal home that would need a lot of work. What can a person ballpark expect to spend on a decent remodel? Everything ...
Kevin Z.
Best improvements to make to a vacant unit?
Hello,I just had my first vacancy in a 4 unit apartment building that I have owned for about two years. It is located in Los Angeles, fairly blue collar, strong rental area a few miles west of USC. The building is s...
Karen Margrave
Drywall - Replace or no?
We're doing a rehab on a house in Sunriver, Oregon. It was built in the 70's. How do you determine if drywall/sheetrock should be replaced or is it possible to lightly sand and do new texture?
Emilio Ramirez
Drywall Finishes for SFRs
Hello Rehabbers. I was wondering what drywall finishes you are using in your SF flips these days. Orange Peel, Knockdown, Smooth, Sand? I've heard that knockdown is the standard, but was hoping to get input from the...
Melissa Villegas
To update or not to update....then rent it
Hello, This is my first experience purchasing a property for long-term rental. A little backstory: my uncle is selling my grandparents house to me for what we believe to be a pretty good deal. However, it needs upda...
Bennett Wiltfang
Graco Texture Sprayer
Hey BP,
I am currently looking to buy a texture gun. I have looked at the hopper guns and also the Graco texture sprayers.
I am wondering if there are any contractors or members in general who have a Graco Texspray ...
Raman Gill
First Investment Flip Property - Prestwick Grove SE
Investment Info:
Single-family residence fix & flip investment in Shelby.
Purchase price: $290,000
Cash invested: $70,000
Sale price: $364,000
This was our first Flip property, didn't really ...