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Hello just getting started in real estate and trying to start by finding a market. The way I’m going about finding it maybe be a little ineffective all the feedback I get is very much welcomed and appreciated.
I’ve s...
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For all you veteran ComREI's, I've seen PNL's that have included Capital Improvements (although, they were not categorized under Expenses, they were a Sub-category of Other Costs)....so the question is, to include or ...
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I would really like to update my SFR and put in a new railing around the porch since the current enclosure is rusting out but the fencing is cemented into the porch. can I remove the railings without damaging the porc...
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Hello,I am looking at a house in Forked River NJ, that was built in 1972 and has popcorn ceilings throughout. I did some research and found that asbestos was commonly used in popcorn ceiling in the 70's. To test for a...
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Hi,
Are there any DIY tips on BP? like maybe a step by step on how to lets say patch a dry wall hole, or maybe laying tile, things that might save some folks some cash if they do it themselves? I know youtube...
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Basic tub/shower spigot starting dripping when off. Had to hire plumber to help replace handle cartridge. Mid 80's model and very tedious to fix. Took plumber 2 hours. Cost $300. Called around and this seemed normal.
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I have done investing through Patch of Land and other crowdfunding platforms. Recently PoL released a memo regarding their new partnership with several institutional lenders. Not only does this memo seem vague and not...
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Hello from Dallas, TX yall! i just closed my first deal (house hack) and i'm currently putting a little sweat equity into this 1970s house. I've been learning a ton so far, and i'm loving it! So, Started tearing up th...
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as a followup to my last post: i'm interested to hear from *local* investors, what have been the most (and least) effective ways to find off-market deals in your experience? if it matters, i'm in central mass. thanks ...
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So I am looking at a duplex that got water/mold damage on one side, and minor water damage (Door left open or something like that) on the other side. It is bank owned at this point. Right now the one side needs total ...