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So I have a situation that will be fun to play out over the next few days, but interested to see what other landlords would do.
Tenants contacted us last week because their lights were dimming. Had an electr...
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I'm very interested in LED lighting, and we're starting to try it in our home. These lightbulbs are (in theory) meant to last 20+ years (ask me when I'm 65 how that's working out.) And they are very cheap to run pe...
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Hey all, As the titles says i'm looking for any advice, guidance, and guidelines when looking for investor friendly generals contractors. This will be my very first fix and flip at the ripe age of 23 so all comments/g...
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Hey guys I know the company, Rent to Retirement, has been featured a lot on Bigger Pockets and has gained some traction in the overall real estate space. I was wondering if anyone has any experience working with these...
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I need a new roof on my latest flip, NEW GC said he wants the full $6100 down because its not my primary residence. He won't sign the invoice until its paid in full (and I live across the state). I called one referenc...
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I was reading about and researching this over and over again, books, IRS pubs, here, elsewhere. I cannot get a conclusive answer even in forums with seasoned CPAs debating this topic.
That much is clear:
- If you hav...
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Hi guys,I'm looking to update a washroom in one of my rental units. I need :1) New flooring (probably a ceramic tile) with sub flooring2) New vanity and sink3) Mirror and some paintI've called a few places and the qu...
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I’m thinking of flipping houses with a builder/handyman. I told him if he could find good off market deals, I would finance the rehabs. I told him I’d be interested if we could split the profit 50/50. But all I am is ...
SFH that is 20 years old with original roof ( asphalt shingles; located in South TX).There is nothing wrong with the roof ( that I know of) but should I replace it anyway due to age, or wait as long as I can?It will ...
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I purchased a "mostly" cosmetic fixer upper to live in for the next 12-18 months. The entire house needs a makeover and a few fixes. I am not handy in the least, nor does my W2 job allow me the time to do the work my...