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I've installed vinyl plank flooring in a rental, I really like it but it keeps separating (I helped install this with someone who has installed alot of flooring previously but never the vinyl plank type, so maybe we d...
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Hi BP Community, I don't post often in the forums but do actively read through them. I know there is a lot of knowledge and wisdom to be gained by such a great community, so I was hoping to get some advice on a curren...
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Top ten reasons you will lose money on your first BRRRR. This list has been pulled directly from the school of hard knocksGenerally speaking and based on NY building code1. You think the cheapest house has the most m...
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An ordinance was introduced this week to re-legalize the construction of new "accessory dwelling units" on existing Chicago properties. This includes coach houses and basement & attic units, which could be added w...
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I came across a "for rent" sign, called, and subsequently rented from a guy after he agreed to repair some things, or pay for items and I'll repair them. The apartment looked rough upon initial inspection, but appear ...
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Hello!This is my first post, but by far it isn’t my first time on biggerpockets.com. I’ve been silently lurking in the shadows trying my best to emulate a sponge. My experience with real estate is somewhat varied. I g...
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What percentage of my rehab budget should be set aside as a cushion. Right now the renovation budget is at 45k and we haven't opened any walls, looked at the roof or the furnace. We know we want to update the kitchen,...
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Im looking to open up the floor plan, and would like to remove the center load bearing wall. I have talked to a few contractors and this is what we've come up with, the rafters are 2x6 and the roof is a 5 pitch. There...
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We are a small developer in Salem Oregon. We are lining up some incredibly sweet projects setting up over the next year. With the help of our first syndication (all the other projects are self funded). We are curre...
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Hello!My name is Nick and I am a Landscaper (manager) by day, real-estate investor by night! Or at least I consider myself one!I've joined the Bigger Pockets network to learn and share, hopefully like yourself! I've l...