I am about to get new rehab/ construction cost estimator for 2012, would love to know what others are using, what it costs, what they love about it, what they hate about, and especially if there is any to recommend NO...

8- 2/1 units around 650SF each. 4 Up/4Down

5600 SF total Brick veneer 3 sides, stucco front.
Off street parking front and rear with access from 2 public roadways.

5/12 3 tab roof needs replacing including som...

I have a fair number of units in Inland Empire (So Cal) so I figure I have enough exposure to communities with excellent appreciation potential. I also have pretty good cash flow from them, entirely due to good fo...

Just before Christmas I got a big promotion that came with a substantial raise. Counting the promotion I got earlier in the year and multiple raises my wages are now close to 40% more than what they were a year ago. I...

Hello;Looking for some thoughts on how this relates to the metro east area specifically.  A buddy of mine and I disagree.  He is taking the position that in our area because of Scott AFB SFR renting in the 1000 per mo...

I'm looking for a little help with my next potential deal.  Here's the numbers.  Purchase price will be $60k with an ARV of $115k.  Rehab costs will run $20-$25k.  I currently have a HELOC for $33k on my former primar...

Hello and thank you in advance for your time!I currently have two duplexes (living in one unit currently) and work a full time w2 job in tech. Credit score hovers around 800. Only non-real estate debt is student loan ...

Just purchased my first buy and hold rental in Madison, AL.  I need help making flooring decisions!  We're getting feedback from potential tenants that the carpet is old, so I'm going to replace the living room carpet...

Hello BP!I'm active duty military, I have a 1yr old VA loan on our current home, a duplex, the loan is only in my name. We have been receiving rental income monthly for about 6 months. We're looking into buying anothe...

I've found a lender that is offering the same rates for 15% down or 20% down.  At 15% down, we have to pay PMI and the monthly cash flow takes a hit.  The COCR improves,  but I am curious what everyone thinks.  Is it ...