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Hi! My contractor is requesting a third of total renovation cost as down payment - but I've hired him for labor only (I'm providing the supplies etc). I would feel more comfortable paying a normal labor rate as we pro...
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I'm in the process of turning over a property. What brands do you guys prefer for dependability and servicing in a rental? I'm looking for input specifically on:*Shower mixer valves (serviceability is big with this on...
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I am considering using ePipe to resolve pinhole and slab leaks, rather than a complete repiping project. The property include 24 units.What is your experience with epoxy-lined piping?
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Corelogic & Case-Shiller Index predict a 6.6% decrease in home values by May 2021 overall. I do not think Austin or the surrounding area will need to worry about this much..... We should see an increase in values...
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Not using the data... Here ya go. csv formathttps://pastebin.com/HysnjUCB
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Anyone have thoughts on what it will take for the current real estate market to come back down to earth ? Out here in California prices are crazy high. IMO. Rents continue to rise but not fast enough to keep up with ...
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Hello, all! I'm a first-time real estate investor! Hoping to make some connections here. After watching my dad and uncle flip houses growing up, it's time for me to step up to the plate. I have about $75k in the bank....
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What is a balanced market in sf rentals? I have been reading that a 6 month supply is "balanced" for sf sales. Texas has currently a 4-5 month suppply for sale so is now entering a sellers market, supposedly. I lo...
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I have my first rental property and have been considering getting umbrella insurance on the property and not setting up an LLC for it. How does this work from a tax perspective? Do the tenants write the checks out to...
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Hi Everyone! I am Dan and I am from and living in the metro Detroit area. I am new to the real estate investing community for for about 4-5 months reading BP forums, practicing analyzing deals, and listening to BP pod...