Sean Salandy
Refusal to turn on water
I am looking at a home that states "Seller will not allow water to be turned on" in the listing. What is this usually a sign of? Does this mean there is a known issue with the plumbing that they are trying to avoid th...
Amy A.
EDR Collateral Screen problem with loan
I'm refinancing a 5 unit apartment building and the bank just started doing "EDR Collateral Screening". I think EDR stands for "Environmental Data Resources". The result is quoted below:
" EDR collateral screen out...
Scott J.
Inspection: What do you look for to avoid MAJOR losses?
I'm going to a triplex open house this weekend that I am very interested in. It is also my first short sale. This property is 80 years old, so I want to be especially diligent.
When you are checking out a property, w...
Joe Stout
Adding a Firepit to my STR- Gas or Woodburning?
Adding a firepit to my STR in Port Clinton Ohio. Can you guys help me decide on the specs and the type? Are there any hazards I should watch out for with gas? Can you make more cashflow with wood-burning since you're ...
Jordan Hiebert
Hot water heater replacement in new Rental size
hey bigger pockets! got my 1st rental and closing on it tomorrow!! When I got the inspection, the hot water heater is over 20 years old and needs replacing. The house is a 3/2 and currently has a 40 gallon tank. It is...
Michael Smathers
Washer and dryer in rental property
Hello. when having a rental property do you provide a washer and dryer or does the renter provide it.
Tyson Hosey
Should I buy next to a gas station?
I’m looking at duplex in a very desirable neighborhood, where I want to live, close to a ton of amenities. I can pay cash for it, which is part of my short and long term goal.
The question I have is... it’s next doo...
Tory Brown
Do Landlords Pay Utilities?
Hello all BiggerPockets humans!
This is officially my first ever question posted on the forums which is a bit nerve-racking but I have to start somewhere right?
I am in the process of buying a four-plex in Butte, Mo...
Tim G.
Oil fired steam boiler has massive leak
Hello, I purchased a home about a year ago built in 1900 with an ancient Arcoliner 120k BTU oil fired steam boiler. It got us through last winter but the other day it had completely leaked out all of its water through...
Account Closed
Any way to prevent leaking or overflowing washer damage?
I think I need to provide a washer/dryer hookup for my tenant but I am scared of the damage to the hardwood floors underneath. Is there any way to prevent damage from a leaking or overflowing washer?