David Lou
Property loss, claims, and contractor questions (first post)
Hi all,This is my first post on BP! I’m still new and only recently discovered and listen to the podcast and find the wealth of information on here very valuable. I realize my questions below are going to cover a wide...
Ray X.
Is the Net Claim Remaining what the insured can collect & othes?
My home insurance write an estimate for the water damage.Replacement Cost Vale $19,000Less Depreciation (2,000) ------...
Nick Vehr
First Purchase in Cincinnati
Just got a verbal acceptance on a property I put in an offer on in an area in Cincinnati for my first buy and hold. 30k for a 3 BR, 1.5BA ranch on slab with 1 car garage. The property is going to take a bit of work to...
Dennis S.
Conventional Financing Nightmare
So I am new to this whole process, and trying to gather some thoughts and see if this is somewhat commonplace, or as ridiculous of a situation as I feel it likely is.We are closing on a Triplex in the Kansas City area...
Josie Shaw
Negotiating post-inspection (first time buyer)
Hi,My husband and I are first time buyers (not just investment properties) and we recently put an offer on a duplex. The inspection report came back last week, and as expected for an older home, there was a lot. We su...
Eric La Pratt
Alcove Shower - Not a Tub: Shower Door or Curtain?
I've seen some posts on this however it's not very clear if others are debating over a tub or a walk-in shower and wanted to post this to get feedback and even suggestions. Nicest rehab in a class B- neighbood with an...
David Grimm
What are the hidden expenses you never hear of?
Hi!I've been doing a ton of research over the last few months and feel like I've got a pretty good handle on the expenses. Every once in a while though, I hear on the podcast some unforeseen expense that an investor r...
Gabe Sirkin
Kitchen help! New sink base because two cabinets are missing?
Hello all,We bought a property in as is condition. The kitchen cabinet sink base, was missing two drawers. The whole base is completely hallow, so I cannot anchor new drawer slides on the slide wall. Do i really need ...
Richard T.
Uninhabitable rental
Greetings all,
My first investment property has become a victim of Superstorm Sandy.The one family house is now without electric, heat, or hot water.It will likely be months until essential services are restored.My t...
David Cable
Newbie requesting assistance evaluating a multi-family complex
I am reviewing a multi-family complex for my first investment purchase and would greatly appreciate some experienced insight into my evaluation of the property.... Info provided by seller:Requested Purchase Price - $...