My husband and I are evaluating a package deal on some duplexes. All of them need varying degrees of work but we have some concerns about one building in particular. One side is vacant and nearly entirely gutted (and ...

I'm currently working on converting my first single family rental into a duplex in Washington State. I will be keeping this project in my portfolio for years to come. I'm trying to figure out best practices from more ...

I'm looking to purchase a 1,000sf single family home in a C neighborhood for about $22,000. It would rent from $650-$700 which sounds like a good deal, but the floor in the living room is extremely uneven. I walked ar...

Just had an inspection done on my first investment property and inspector found standing water and mold in crawlspace. When making an offer realtor suggested to have an inspection as contingency but for buyers purpose...

I found an off-market property and went under contract and recently completed an inspection. We knew there were some cosmetic issues that needed to be addressed but when the inspector went into the crawl space it reve...

There is a group of guys renting out a place this evening.  I went there to check everything out and make sure things are in working order.  I found a dead starling in the bath tub.  What dead animals have you found i...

I have had two opinions when company went in crawl space for foundation settling in the kitchen on 1969 built house.   The floor has settled over time 1 inch over a 10 ft span.  Trying to figure out if this is natural...

Been evaluating a large, older house that is in bankruptcy with its owner. It has been listed for over a year for at $60,000. It last sold in 2011 for $27,000. I assume in fully livable/decent condition.  Smaller, and...

Hello All, I purchased a rental 2 months ago and the inspector noted that I needed to improve the ventilation in the crawl space. He noted there were slight indications of mold growth. I have now received 2 quotes fro...

I had an inspector state that there were two natural springs under the crawl space of one of my homes I’m selling. I seriously doubt there are natural springs. Who can I contact to confirm if it is or not. Also,I had ...