I am looking at buying a triplex and living in one of the units. To finance this, I want to go with the FHA 3.5% down route. I know there are some restrictions on what FHA  rejects as a property to finance and was cur...

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We are rehabbing our first buy and hold investment with the BRRR strategy in mind. Here is our first quote on adequate insurance for the property. Does this sound right? Seems high for just a simple PN...

I am currently rehabbing my primary at the moment with plans to rent out this fall. I am doing mostly cosmetic fixes to a SFH currently. I am looking for thoughts on whether I should be proactive with replacing a 20yr...

Hi, I recently closed on a SFH in northwest Denver that was built in 1898.  In general the home is in good condition with the most notable exception being the windows. All the windows are wood, single pane and origina...

Just got a call from my realtor who was told by my lender (who tried to call but I was unavailable at the time) that the VA Loan Appraiser for my house said that the roof wouldn’t last for more than 25 years, and that...

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I've invested in several SFHs but i've been blessed with an opportunity to potentially buy a 60-unit residential building.  Since this is the first time i'm investing in a building, i'm a little clueless as...

Hi, I am wondering what are the best heavy wear counter tops to use.  With section 8 rentals I try to go commercial quality when I replace something so there will be less headaches down the road.  Also could use a rec...

Hello from Dallas, TX yall! i just closed my first deal (house hack) and i'm currently putting a little sweat equity into this 1970s house. I've been learning a ton so far, and i'm loving it! So, Started tearing up th...

I'm working on a split level reno in MA.  The lower level has a room with a porcelain tile floor I thought could be restored with a good cleaning as it is in good shape.  Company came out, tested and declared it could...

The perfect tenant for years...and then, WHAMMO...they turn on you like a pitbull. Your professional input would be appreciated.1) The flooring in the kitchen is cracking. Instead of repairing the damage, I offered to...