David Krulac
What things have you found in foreclosed/abandoned houses?
In the thread about the TV show Property Wars, it was brought up about things found in and on foreclosed property.
1. In a recent one there was the last occupant's ashes. I called the relative to come get the ashes...
Scott Savard
What construction materials are you using for buy & hold rentals?
Hi BP Community,I’m in the process of two rehabs. The first is a two family complete gut and replace and the second is a single family home the requires a less extensive rehab but still some major items. I’m curious t...
Brad Stafford
First Investment Advice, Student
Hey everyone, working on my second post, but its a big one.
I recently was given an opportunity to purchase this home for 15,000, I kind of just wanted to pick the for...
Christopher Boggs
What Color Cabinets? What Hardware should I use?
I redid the white formica countertops with Rust-Oleum Countertop transformations and they look great. Now I need to decide what color to paint the cabinets and what hardware I should pickup from Home Depot. The color ...
Brad P.
As a rookie armed with equity, what would you do?
I’m a rookie RE investor who’s new to BP and looking for some guidance.* First, though, I have to say that I’m amazed by the depth of knowledge on BP and the willingness of the community to give helpful advice in an o...
Val J.
Shocked about how they live
I'm becoming more of a hands on landlord based on advice I'm getting from folks on this forum. I'm having work done at one of my houses. The repair guy told me about a spot in the ceiling in an upstairs bedroom. I he...
Samantha Klein
Things to do to cut down on major repairs
Hey I was just wondering what everybody does when first buying a property or when they are doing a rehab, what are some things you replace or do to cut some on repairs or maintenance? For example, I always replace rub...
Allende Hernandez
Clear coat on these cabinets?
Hi folks,I am going through my 1st rehab and I am as excited as it gets. I'm driving my wife crazy talking about it all the time. Hope it dies down as more come.Now, the cabinets in the kitchen and bath are in very go...
Spencer Glaser
Memphis Newbie (yes, another one)
Hello All!I’ve been lurking on the forums and listening to the BP podcasts at every chance for the past month and I am finally making my intro.I am a native Memphian and looking to get started in the Memphis real esta...
Jonathan V.
My first flip, detailed adventure
Last week I put under contract a real fixer upper. 140 year old all cypress framed ~1250 sq ft. 3/1.
I have it under contract for $16,500. Comparables in the area are selling in the $80-90,000 range, average listin...