Tom Liu
Negotiation without signing contract
I was the highest bidder on a property. Modest 3 br 1 bath. I over bid a little and was pretty happy I was able to get an inspection before the contract was in my hand. Overall, inspection estimates about $15000 in r...
Jon Kopp
High Velocity a/c and heat systems
I'm looking to do away with the entire boiler system and add a high velocity dual heat & a/c system to a 1920's home that currently has no a/c or ductwork.Does anyone have experience with these systems? How well d...
Roger Creekmore
First time home buyer - house hacking with a heating problem. Mini splits? 3rd unit?
My wife and I purchased our first home, a multi family, to house hack in late 2024. The property is in great condition and we got it at a great price! Downstairs 2br 1bath unit we are living in. Upstairs is 1br 1bath....
Ray Martinez
Flippers - Fix Repairs from Inspection?
Hey everyone,I'm wanting to get some flippers perspectives on this scenario. I'm in escrow on a flipped property and found numerous issues that were in result of the workmanship of the hired help. Examples: Electrical...
Lowell Bailey
Modular/prefab Home vs. Custom building options?
Hi All,My wife and I are planning to subdivide a property in Chittenden County, VT which will result in a 1.5-acre building lot. Upon some initial research, it seems like a modular home might be the right option for ...
Will F.
Solar in Rentals?
Hey does anyone have solar in their rental properties?If so what is the best way to go-- finance or buy it outright? I'm in southern california.
Brandon Turner
The BP Private Message System is Now Mobile Friendly!
Hey everyone - just letting you know that the PM system here on BiggerPockets (where you send private messages to colleagues) is now completely Mobile Friendly!Yes, this means it's easier to connect with people and ca...
George Flevotomos
Share your expense reduction know-how
As real estate investors we are always on the lookout for opportunities to improve our NOI and increase asset value. At the same time, tenants are increasingly paying attention to the total cost of ownership, includin...
Paul Sandhu
How I fixed a broken washing machine
The washer would fill, agitate and then not drain. I moved it to different drain positions but still nothing. So I opened the control panel and removed the timer assembly. That's the thing where you rotate the knob...
Matthew Paul
Lights flickering in 2 rentals
I got a call from a good tenant . he describes how when they start the dryer all the lights dim in the house , then they will flicker for a while . He wants me to call an electrician , I tell him I will look at it fi...