On "landlords insurance policy", should I opt for a loan value only amount or complete replacement value. Of course, big price difference between the two. The home I am insuring is 60k. My question is, if I opt fo...

I am having a hard time figuring how to estimate rehab costs for a rental property. Obviously you would replace or repair what isnt working but what about outdated things that are still functional?For example, this ho...

I just found out from a contractor that my roof needs to be replace. My insurance covers it. Any advice/warnings?The contractor that did the inspections didn’t even mentioned the warranty or type if roof I will get. T...

To South Florida Investors (Miami-Ft. Lauderdale): What is the average cost to replace a 1,000 sq.ft. asphalt roof?  

Hi, everyone!I recently purchased my first rental property last year. It's a triplex, and I live in one of the units.I'm planning to replace the roof pretty soon, and I would prefer to do it myself, and I'm wondering ...

We are currently renovating a 1922 all-brick craftsman, the house still has all the original interior doors, and hardware.  We will BRRRR this property, and while we love the look of the original hardware, we are conc...

How bad is the dust when replacing all the windows in an occupied house (house built in the '50's) - is it worth it to cover everything in plastic?

Hi BP Experts!I recently sold a home in California for $855k, rolling $236k into a 1031 Exchange. I bought a prelacement SFR for $555K, with ~$140k. This leaves me with ~$94k in the account and the need to purchase a ...

  I had tenants leave recently.  I had new carpet installed in 5 bedrooms and a hallway before they moved in 3.5 years ago.  (This a larger single family home rental).  I know, I know...now, carpet not a good idea in ...

hey bigger pockets! got my 1st rental and closing on it tomorrow!! When I got the inspection, the hot water heater is over 20 years old and needs replacing. The house is a 3/2 and currently has a 40 gallon tank. It is...