Robert Obniski
Rough estimate for gut rehab of 3 flat
Hello all, I am currently looking to buy a 2 or 3 flat (duplex/triplex for some of you)Ill try to give the most precise details I can and if someone could give me a ballpark figure I would greatly appreciate it.3 unit...
Jay Garrison
Central Air Condenser on the roof or in a cage?
Hi,I just had a HVAC guy come out and give me an estimate on 2 central air units for a 2 flat. The top floor gets pretty hot in the summer, flat roof. First floor is obviously much cooler. The quote they gave me has a...
Justin R.
Determining whether a contractor is "investor friendly"
I've been working with a contractor on my first couple projects - I got very lucky and happened to find someone who's skilled at the rehab game. I've got a second concurrent project just about ready to go, though, so...
Brian Johnson
Am I land lording wrong?
Hello All!My wife and I purchased our first duplex ~4 years ago, and overall it's been a pretty good experience for us. We bought a place that was in great condition for the most part so we have rarely had to deal wit...
Russell Williams
To Sell, or Not to Sell, that is the Question (1031 or HODR?)
About my goals:
I'm 35, no kids, own a construction sales business that has variable income (I make commission from selling building products on commercial buildings: windows, skylights, glass, etc.). I live/rent in ...
Melissa Gittens
Paint and Lighting for Rentals
Hi Everyone, I wanted to know if you guys/gals could make some suggestions on Lighting and paint choices for rentals. I usually go with a off white/beige color paint with white trim and then for lighting I wanted to s...
Ray A Delfi
Subject 2 Deal in Westford VT, 8k Cash offer accepted
Hello all. I wanted to share a project that a fellow BP Member had brought to me and asked for some guidance. @Albertinny Colin asked for some advice for a lead he receive but I was able to tell this was probably his ...
Anton Gerondine
Remodeling and Developing Triplex into 4 or 5-plex
Hi folks, first timer here! My wife and I have entered the market this year with our first purchase. We're located in Berkeley, CA, and own a parcel that has a 1000sqft house (2bed/1bath) in the front and a 2x800sqft ...
Carlos H DeOliveira
Smart Thermostat / Locking the temperature
I'm struggling to find the perfect solution for a thermostat in my STRs and wanted to hear about how everyone manages through this.Do you lock your thermostat and manage the temperature remotely? Do you leave it unloc...
Maryann L.
Is there a law homeowner can't trash house?
So, I have a new one I haven't run into. A homeowner is getting more and more angry as his auction date approaches and we have no answer from the lender on if they will consider short sale.
He told me he would tra...