I was watching this guy on youtube and he was talking about buying Moen for his rentals.  his point was that you are paying for the labor anyway, why not go with something good.  He also mentioned that Moen has lifeti...

Recently got a quote from an architect to design a 8-unit apartment complex for $45K. This will include architectural work only and excludes the design cost fo structural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical. H...

Hi. Planning on doing a massive plumbing, electrical, and remodeling job for a 2 story mixed use building my family owns. My question is that is it an industry standard for structural engineering firms who draw up the...

i got a sweet 2008 house that fits all criteria but has 4.6 differential settelment according to inspectors zip line reading. It was -3.2 in back left and + 1.2 back right. A engineer report is recomended for 550$ doe...

I was recently having a debate with my friend @Ben Leybovich regarding the best decade for quality of construction. For these purposes lets disqualify anything 1990+ and limit it to the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s. Newe...

Hello All, I just closed on my first property, a SFH in Rochester NY, and I am looking to put in some sweat equity during the 12-month primary residence period before I turn around and rent.One reason I bought this ho...

Hey quick question. I pulled the subfloor up to sister up the joist and get the floor plumb but my contractor just reported that all the wood is deteriorating and falling apart. Is this something my insurance could co...

I am currently negotiating a purchase of a victorian 4-plex.

The pros:
Amazing location in one of Portland's hottest neighborhoods.
Immediate upside potential-rents could handle a 20% increas w no improvements; 30...

Hello, Before anyone judges me, I want to be open and honest. I am hoping to find some one who is a real estate investor and is willing to share their wisdom so to speak.  I learn best first hand. SO to me having some...

A few questions:How do you scope bids from different foundation contractors when they don't agree to how many piers, etc are needed?   One may say you need only a dozen piers, another recommends 24. Just the cost per ...