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Andre Crabb Trying to not get fined by the city
13 November 2023 | 13 replies

Hey BP! I could use some advice here to have my SFH not turn into a money pit...Its a 1946 SFH in Tampa, Florida with a detached garage that has plumbing and electric, and was half-baked to a livable unit.Ideally I'd ...

Michelle Elsaid PERMITS - ENCLOSED PATIO
27 April 2016 | 2 replies

Hi BP,I am making an offer on a duplex in very good condition that has had some work done without permits. The house has always had a big patio and that space is included in livable square footage. However, the patio ...

Andrew King First timer with inherited home
5 June 2023 | 3 replies

I inherited a house that I plan on turning into a rental. The house was built in the 60s and has a lot of issues. It needs a full reno and I want to take a HEL out on it to pay for it.
Insurance:
I can't get the HEL...

Jon Holdman Don't mess with building inspectors
6 December 2010 | 33 replies

In another thread I mentioned one of my hard money loans was going to default. It did, and my business partner and I have now taken back the house deed-in-lieu.

The place has some cosmetic issues. Its total white...

Jonathan Tavarez Old work with no permits, any advice?
8 September 2021 | 4 replies

Hi BP Fam,
I wanted to share a recent experience with an inspector in PG County MD because in almost 4 years investing I have never run in to a situation like this and I’m hoping others can provide advice or learn fr...

Daniel Collins Unlicensed Roofer Did Not Pull a Permit Now What?
16 September 2020 | 40 replies

We just bought a foreclosure and had three roofing companies give us a quote.  We went with one and asked if they were licensed and insured.  He said yes and showed us proof of his insurance.  He is almost done with t...

Mindy Jensen How Specific Do You Get: Inspection Objection/Resolution Language
4 September 2020 | 13 replies

I rep the buyer, and the seller was replacing a Federal Pacific Panel. City is NOTORIOUS for requiring permits for EVERYTHING. In fact, their permit department website says "It would be easier for us to tell you what ...

Jonathan Rabot Looking into a property w/an unpermitted ADU
15 November 2022 | 14 replies

Hello, First time home buyer looking into using the house hack strategy. Came across a property with an already built ADU but it is unpermitted. Wanted to find out thoughts of pros/cons of purchasing? and any insight ...

Junior Myers Permits pulled but how do I know if they passed inspection?
29 May 2024 | 3 replies

Hey BP! I'm a new investor in the Baltimore City market and while doing my due diligence analyzing deals I'm seeing properties where permits were pulled. My question is how do I know that they actually passed the perm...

Rose Han "duplex" on R-1 zone
1 December 2021 | 7 replies

Newbie here! Any advice for "duplex" on R1 zone? Risks associated, any possible solutions? Or best to just avoid altogether? Tax record shows SFR. Thank you!