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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 ...
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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 ...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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...
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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!