We just bought a property - actually, closing on it tomorrow. It's bank owned and has some issues. Former owners did some changes to the front porch and siding. They removed part of the white vinyl and replaced it ...

If you're like me, you like a good deal. It's probably why you're on BP in the first place..hoping to learn, grow and gain an edge in your investment portfolio. My urge to find or create success is a bit more adventur...

Hi, I'm a soon to be graduate from the United States Military Academy, and have my "Post Night" next week. This is where we choose the duty station we will be heading to. I have narrowed down my options to either Texa...

Hi BP community.  I have a contract to purchase a SFR in Canton Ohio that has a foundation issue.  The foundation has sunk a little causing the floors in the home to slope a little.  We have estimates for repair work ...

is the earthquake insurance worth the investment? a lot of pros tell me because of high deductibles there is no point to buy the earthquake insurance at all. what is your opinion?

Hello,I'm a relative newbie (and haven't officially introduced myself - sorry), and just wanted to check in to say "thanks!" It's not a huge success, but it's something.I've listened to three or four podcasts, and in ...

Hi everyone.  Was looking to hopefully get some help from you rehabbers on this possible deal in my near future.  It's a 4 bed 3 bath in a fairly nice area in Alabama (but I'm in Georgia!!).  The pros are: Great, cute...

I have a great tenant, going on Year 4 in a SFH in an Indianapolis suburb. I did a 6% rent increase  ($90) for 2023-2024 and did a less than 2% increase ($30) this renewal 2024-2025. New rent is $1680. The increases a...

So I have an interesting situation. I have been using a lease option with a home that I originally intended to purchase to live in. But the property has proven too difficult to finance because it's a 1 bedroom house w...

I have taken drywall off all the exterior walls but left the inside walls. The drywall is a bit bumpy, smelly and in need of some repair. The electrician suggests i take out all drywall but thats more demolition cost,...