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Original windows vs modern
Howdy BP team - I’m buying a home in ATX as a primary that I’ll likely rent out in a few years. The home was built in the 50’s and still has original windows installed, most of which have been painted shut for energy ...
Lynn Currie
Window Brands and Styles
Inspired by the poll style posts by @Karen Margrave , so I'm starting my own!What brand and style of windows do you like to use and what do you see your buyers liking (or even caring about)?When I use vinyl, I use Sim...
Vlad Kuzin
Should wood windows be replaced?
My current project has wood windows, and seems like many of the custom size. Once house will be completed it will be sold for $500k+. Question is, should I replace current windows, or try to polish them, etc..?
Patrick Kelly
Asbestos Siding
I found a deal in Portland Maine that I really like, but in the listing it states that it has asbestos siding, my reaction is to run for the hills. Is this the right reaction, or should I consider it? Does anyone have...
Arun Gokhale
Low cost finishing materials (flooring/counters)
Hi,I'm new to the world of rehabbing properties. I recently started a buy and hold project where I will have to redo a number of the floors and cabinets. I was thinking of of going with fake wood vinyl planks for the ...
James H.
Cost to Install Tile
We are in the middle of a rehab and have decided to install wood look-alike tile or engineered hardwood. The quotes I am getting for both are about the same - $12 - $14 per square foot, including materials. We have...
Rahul Singhal
Vinyl Window IGU Replacement, where to order?
Anyone know where to order an IGU (insulated glass unit) replacement for a Vinyl window? I'm in the Chicago area, closer to downtown vs the suburbs. Ideally, I could pick up today.thank you!Rahul
Ted Davis
Is it ok to use laminate or vinyl flooring on a flip over $500K
Hello all,
My wife and I are working on our first live in flip in Houston TX and we’re looking for advice/thoughts on flooring options. Does anyone use laminate or vinyl vs real hardwood on properties over $500K?
Th...
Sam R.
Paint and siding in Hot Cold weather.
What kind of paint and siding are you using in Buffalo? I had a house painted with Behr point, but it only lasted 5 years and now it needs painting again. Is this because of the extreme temperature changes in the area...
Dave Kuether
Should I Sell or continue to Rent?
Here is my dilemma. I have a rental with a lease that is expiring in November. I am expecting to make 175 cash a month with next lease and with principal reduction, would be about 600 a month total. I have some repair...