Hello,My apologies if this topic is covered elsewhere. If so, feel free to point me to it. We are about to acquire a 10+ unit multi-family residential building in Chicago built c. 1970, and are exploring options for u...

I have been told that laminate flooring is the way to go when it comes to flooring a rental because it is long lasting and durable. Is there anyone with experience that can verify this?

If this is true, is there a p...

I finally have my first flip property under contract closing later this week!! It's been four months since I officially started looking and after many tours and offers the hard work begins!! I have hired a GC to help ...

Hello all!If you manage and maintain your own properties, what spare parts do you stock?What I have in mind are things that might make the house "unlivable", or parts that can be used to at least make the house safe o...

is it customary to give up the first month's rent to a property manager? Can some share what their agreement is with their PM.

This is an area where I am in need of feedback and advice. Thanks to@John Underwood I've gotten good tips from  for the wifi thermostat and camera.I see on some listings with leather and some with microfiber. I see bl...

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I purchased my first flip house on Monday and as a new real estate investor, I would like to get some experienced rehabber's opinions on the threat of asbestos. I searched BP for asbestos-related forums b...

Happy Thanksgiving all!I am a CT investor, and have been having a difficult time locating a property that meets a lot of the criteria we all tend to use for multi family properties.  I found an interesting one that is...

We've been going back and forth on this one.  This cottage when done will sell in the $135-$145,000 range.  This will be a good price for a house this size in this area.  So not a high dollar flip.  It was built in 19...