Looking at purchasing a property that's a normal sale, not distressed, and would like to include some renovation materials. Is there any way that can be arranged in the deal using allowances or some other way?  I cou...

Hi BP,
I'm looking to add a new deck to a rental property in the Bay Area. I'm having a lot of trouble deciding what material to use (pressure treated wood vs composite, etc).
I understand the pros and cons, and I'...

Hello! I have a quick question for all who have done renovations to their rental properties before. When you are budgeting for renovations to fix up a property do you include both labor and materials into your analysi...

Have any other real estate investors who build from the ground up noticed a significant increase in framing materials? If so, what are some strategies you are using in order to curb the additional costs? Thanks in ad...

Hi All,
I am just about to close on my first rehab - it has been a disaster. More on that later.
The buyer inspector has come up with 2 issues and I need help in deciding if he is being picky!
The dryer vent is not s...

Hello,I am starting out on rental investing and looking to get some help on what are some books or education material anyone recommends? I have read, Buying Rental with Little or NO Money Down, Managing Rental Investm...

Hello Flippers/Rehabbers,
To learn more about rehab costs I have decided to go room from room and itemize all the materials that would be needed to rehab that specific room and took a trip to my local home depot to l...

Is there a place in the Houston area to buy reclaimed building materials? Looking for cabinets, sinks, vanities, counters, plumbing fixtures etc....

Hello Rehabbers,I am helping someone with estimates and would like to get your input on the best reasonable sources for these other than Lowes/Home Depot/Ace Hardware. Looking for medium grade quality material. Any in...

I have a 1950s ranch home in Nashville that will be gutted and renovated with a focus on deep energy retrofit and building envelope improvements. As such, many of the finishes and fixtures will be removed. I've looked...