I just aquired this little gem of a 2 bedroom. It is structurally sound but dated. While it obviously is in need of some curb appeal and updates I plan for it to be a BRRRR long term and have questions for seasoned la...

Hello,I am purchasing my first home and super excited but Im worried about my water. I am buying a 1997 remodeled manufactured home with my own well. Inside the house the toilets and bathtub have yellow water. Its alr...

This is an interesting article which takes a look at the statistical correlations behind property valuations. The assumption seems to be that high population growth areas are the places that make the most sense for mu...

I just won a bid on a HUD home and the report is that the property failed to hold a presuure test at 35lbs Hud is saying I cant turn on the water to do inspections because of leaks . How does one evaluate the system w...

Tenant let dog live in garage for a year.now smell won't come out of garage floor. We tried vinager with baking soda twice. Does anybody else have recommendations? Thanks

I have galvanized water pipes in one of my buildings. Of the 8 units, one had bad water pressure. How risky is it to get a plumber to run a new hot water line for that unit? All the plumbers I've talked to have basica...

I live in Baltimore and I’m renovating my basement and will be boxing in the gas/water lines. The inspector came to look at the plumbing work and even though I’m not doing anything w gas lines he apparently told my co...

I have an older house that I recently rehabbed.  We put replaced the old wood decking with new.  I am trying to decide if I should stain the deck or if I should paint the deck?  I am leaning towards painting it thinki...

I just acquired a 12-acre property in a rural area of Ohio. There are no building codes, permits, or zoning in the county.The property came with an existing renter who is renting approximately a half acre lot and a ho...

Here is my review and I don't work for any of these stores.I needed to order lumber and my contractor suggested that I contact Crown Lumber or Home Depot for the materials.  I wanted to try TW Perry.  Here is a quick ...