Uriah D.
Replace 3 year old roof?
Going on j.scotts 75% rule (and common sense ) I heard in a podcast I wouldn't dream of replacing a 3 year old roof. However, the house is a high end rehab and the 3 tab looks cheap. House is a ranch style with a walk...
Rivy S.
Broken furnace - Inspector responsibility?
I recently purchased a property out of state. I had it inspected before the purchase, obviously, and the inspection turned up pretty clean. Some renovations were needed, which were just completed. During the final c...
Erich Martinez
Tips on homeowners insurance estimations
I've been using Trulia to analyze home insurance in Pueblo CO. I'll take these estimations and enter them into the BiggerPockets analysis tool. However, when I attempted getting quotes the insurance premiums are nea...
Account Closed
Storm destroyed 100LF of fence. Should I make an insurance claim
Weather knocked down 100 LF of fence. Is it better to build a new one out of pocket or make an insurance claim?
Mike Hibbs
First flip under contract
Hi BP,
I wanted share my first full flip results. After Pics here -- http://www.tourfactory.com/1439937/r_BP
Purchased on Auction.com - $147,000
Rehab - $35,000
Holding costs - $~1,500
Contract price - $239,000
Es...
Account Closed
Houston Housing Market Nearing "Collapse"
"Houston is the only market that's is already looking dangerously close to collapsing."
Personally, I feel collapse is a strong word and a bit alarmist. Interesting chart though, I like the blue Phase 2 section.
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Consuela Adams
Flood Zone- Flood Insurance
Question for new builders-, if a buildable lot is In the flood zone could a new foundation be built on cement blocks and if so would the property still need flood insurance? This lot is near a creek.
Chris Hodge
Rental Property Flooring suggestions
Hey guys, nearing closing on my first investment property. The property is going to need flooring and paint. In your opinion what is the best flooring for a rental? In terms of it looking stylish and durability? Where...
Lesley Resnick
Flooring advice
I am working on a fix and hold project and need to make some flooring decisions. I generally use contractors or labor to do the work and I provide the materials. No sense paying them to go and pick up the materials ...
James Guillot
Is there an advantage to buying a historic home?
Is there an advantage to buying historic homes? I know there are many disadvantages like unpredictable budget breakers, but is there a reason someone would choose a historic home specifically? I am looking at one in C...