Faith Hill
Is Self-Storage a Recession Proof Investment?
For those who have investments in self-storage or other real estate categories touted as "recession proof," how are your investments performing right now?One of the things that attracted my husband and I to invest in ...
Joe Jor
Blocked Hot Water Radiator Return Line
Howdy gang!I have a 100 year old house in NY. After draining the hot water radiator system over the summer to replace a number of values, I was able to represurize the system without leaks.Once the heat started being...
Ken N.
Is Vinyl Plank Flooring really waterproof??
Hello BP, Thank you, everyone, who answered my previous forums on carpeting in rental property... I really appreciate all of your comments! I have decided to go with the vinyl flooring and found this option at Menards...
Kent F.
Reduce liability when non-renewing a tenant
I’m closing on a triplex in a few weeks and I plan on not renewing one of the tenants right away after closing. How could I minimize the chance of this tenant claiming some sort of discrimination or unfair treatment s...
Bienes Raices
Ceiling stain
There was a leak at some point, either from the plumbing or Hurricane Charley (I know the roof was replaced in 2004). Would you just leave this alone, or would you have to have someone replace that part of the ceiling...
Justin Rostant
What's scary about a 1960's Apartment Building?
I am looking at buying a stabilized apartment here in DFW built in the 1960's and was wondering if there are any age-related pitfalls that I need to be aware of. Also, is there a good rule of thumb for a maintenance ...
Brad Bellstedt
What kind of numbers are you using for buy and hold in Vegas?
Hello everyone!My name is Brad and I am a local Realtor here in Las Vegas with 5 years of full time experience. I'm looking to work with more investors here in our local market. I've read The Millionaire Real Estate A...
Paul Winka
Fix small section of drywall that rotted? <photo>
What should I do to fix this? My first inclination is to buy a big tub of red devil spackle and artfully slap it in there with a few spackle knives of different widths, but I know that's not the right way. Note water ...
Mala S.
Is Solid Hardwood in Kitchen a bad idea?
Hi I am considering installing solid hardwood flooring in the kitchen of a high end rental unit. This is a 2Bd2Bath.Aesthetically speaking, continuing the solid oak throughout the apartment into the kitchen will look ...
Scott J.
Tenant Says a Leak is Causing Moisture in Walls
I've had a long-term tenant that keeps my single family rental in immaculate shape. Sometimes she sends requests that are aesthetic only and aren't really necessary, but that's because she is so keen on keeping the pl...