Changing out a light in my duplex and...does anyone know when this became illegal? I know my place was built circa 1923-1927 and remodeled in 1945. I don't think this cheap aluminum and plastic fixture is seventy-plus...
Suppose now that the proposal before the City Council contemplates imposing a price ceiling on apartment rentals, but not on house rentals. Would owners of rental houses in this city be likely to support this proposal...
Hi everyone! First, just a little background on my real estate investments so far. I am 23 years old and purchased my first duplex when i was 19. My wife and i have been living in one unit and renting out the other si...
A few weeks ago a supply pipe had broken in the unit. The water was shut off and the leak was repaired immediately. There is now a hole in the ceiling from cutting through the drywall/plaster. I have found a contracto...
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When choosing an area where to buy a rental property, there are several things to consider including, distance from your home, supply of potential tenants, average rents you can collect and ...
As I've mentioned previously the wife and I are under contract for a pre-construction home. The home is about 75% complete. The builders have asked the buyers not to visit the site (26 homes) that being built in t...
Hi All,Looking to purchase my first rental property - actually more like two. I am purchasing (2) duplexes next door to each other as I figured it would be a safer bet having both instead of competing with someone if...
A little background, I own and live in a unit in a 4 unit condo. About 6 years ago, I became the treasurer of the condo association, mostly because nobody else wanted to do it. The previous treasurer knew almost not...
Hi all,For SFH built in the 1960's, what are some things I should be weary of when purchasing a house of that age?Best,Chudi
Can you accept the cleaned grill by cleaning people?