I’m listening to a Stuff You Should Know about lead poisoning and they’re saying buildings built before 1978 used a lot of lead. I’m about to buy a 100-year-old 2 flat in Chicago. Are there any tests I should get done...

I would love to get the BP Community's opinion on how to spruce up the porch area of a duplex of mine. I am far from an expert and figured the community would be better than me at coming up with ideas. I'll add a pict...

Hello all,
I am closing on a duplex house hack shortly.
I was going to put in new kitchens in to modernize the look of the place.
But renovation costs have now become a bigger factor/concern than originally anticip...

What color should I paint these shutters and door?  I'm not sure whether to go with a burgundy red or navy blue.  Any other ideas are appreciated.  I'm going with a black roof.  Thanks!

This is a 1970's traditional home, in one of the nicest areas of Colorado Springs 3900 sq. ft. I have been interested in updating and flipping one of these larger properties.I've looked at a few like this and I get st...

Hi, I am new to this site and very pleased to have found it in my search for flooring solutions.

My tenant of 3 years is moving out. He was my first tenant in converting from owner occupied. He has ruined the laminat...

Hey everyone!I just purchased my 3rd single family rental property in Alabama (Out of State!) and the first 2 rentals are going great and the property manager is doing a great job, including fixing a few things for me...

What legal clause(s) explains about Housing Lead Law?

Hello guys, I have a property in Georgia, Gwinnett County. I rented to this family for 2 years. The lease ended June 30. When the lease started 2 years ago, the house was not in the most ideal condition. The carpets w...

Pretty simple questions here... Should I paint my existing front door? Or would you recommend replacing the entire front door?  This is for a duplex that I am house hacking/renovating. Current front door is a steel 6 ...