Jennifer Umbaugh
Need Help Costing out Rehab
I just looked at a 1920's Craftsman that an investor has stripped to the studs (preserving some of the cabinetry and floors). It is between 1400 and 1500 sq ft. It will require all new plumbing, electrical HVAC includ...
Brittnee Robinson
Copper Pipes stolen from HomeSteps REO while under contract
I'm currently under contract on a 4-unit building Freddie Mac foreclosure in Baltimore city and the copper pipes have been stolen while under contract. So this deal has been crazy from the get go dealing with an un-i...
Jeremy Lee
CA: handymen vs contractors
Hey all,Just wanted to clarify but in California if I have repairs that cost over $500 including parts and labor, I need to hire a licensed contractor to do the work. If it's under $500 (including parts and labor) I c...
Sanal Kaptan
Permit taken as homeowner but unlicensed contractor helped
I am doimg my basement, permit for all building electric and plumbing are taken in advance of work, as home owner. Plumbing inspection failed, and inspector mentioned about wrong size of pipe, misfitting and venting m...
Darian Sanayei
Building a ADU in backyard
I’m trying to build a ADU in my backyard. I am doing owner builder so hiring subs for each job. I have been struggling finding fair priced reliable contractors in my area. If anyone knows a good go to in Temecula Cali...
Jody Martinez
Pulling my own permits and doing work myself
So if I pull permits and my work passes inspection, is there going to be an issue I’m not aware of? I know ur supposed to live there a year if you sign the homeowner thing, but ur allowed to pull for contractors also....
Raj G.
Materials related issues-finishing basement in NJ
Hi, I am finishing my basement with the help of some contractor in north NJ...my first time dealing with some contractor.
We agreed on some price(labor only), material I will paying separately whenever and whatever n...
Eric Karabinos
Do I Need Specialized Subcontractors?
Hey BP Community,I'm looking at doing my second project early this year. I completed a rehab to rental last year and used a GC. This time I'm considering hiring subs myself. I'm looking for advice from other investors...
Ed Maione
Massachusetts Building Codes and DYI
Hi all - I am about to put an offer on my first flip and am hoping for some input on permits, codes, and DIY. As my dad is a licensed contractor in Rhode Island and as I am very handy as well although not licensed, I'...
Daniel Guerra
Down payment for Contractors
Do you give a down payment to a Contractor before he does work?
I'm having a hard time finding contractors that would do work without a down payment.
I feel like even with a contract, a contractor could just walk ...