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Dustin Beam ROI on upgrades for rentals
31 July 2016 | 4 replies

So what numbers/returns do you use when updating your units? To me it's not as simple as regular ROI calcs because the upgraded don't last forever. My apartments are a little tired and I'm hoping I can get an extra $1...

Jacob A. Lead Paint- Help
6 June 2013 | 15 replies

Hey everyone! I'm looking into an investment property to flip before 1978. Obviously, the threat of lead based paint is there. I havn't gotten an inspection done because I don't have an accepted offer yet, but what...

Jen H. Sand Wallpaper down?
24 May 2016 | 9 replies

Is it possible to sand down textured wallpaper (that has been painted over) to a smooth finish, skim coat and then prime and paint?

John J. Painting Metal Door
18 April 2010 | 7 replies

Hey Guys,
Are there any tips or tricks to painting a metal entrance door. I sanded and prepped the surface then painted with rustoleum. The paint seemed very thick and got tacky quickly leaving brush marks, also 4 h...

Jessica Esquibel Pet odor removal advice
11 September 2021 | 3 replies

I'm going to be renovating a home that had 5 dogs.  There is a strong urine odor in a couple of the rooms and also in the back yard.  I'm planning to remove carpet inside and replace with laminate or LVP.  What should...

Shaun Coan Buy price and seller asking price are almost the same
8 January 2024 | 1 reply

Hey there! I am new to investment strategy and still in a learning/theoretical stage, practicing deal analysis. Like my title suggests, I am running analysis on a local property and my buy price, at 80% ARV minus repa...

Jacob Powall Live in flip rehab estimate
20 July 2020 | 2 replies

ExteriorInteriorTrim TreesClean old wasp nest in garage AtticTree by Fire placeClean fans and vents in bathroom/ new models are silentClean the guttersGet new air filterClean outdoor lightsScrub Baseboards and doorsTr...

Erika Sherwood Thoughts on Changing Exterior?
24 March 2021 | 6 replies

I would like to change the exterior of this house. It has the 70s rock/ stone outside. I was planning on painting it if possible. Has anyone painted this style rock? If so can you share any advice or thoughts would be...

SaraEllen Hutchison Gussying up / cosmetic updates - bang for buck
3 November 2019 | 5 replies

Hi All,I'm looking for various viewpoints to help me decide which cosmetic improvements give the most bang for the buck when one is trying to make a rental house or small multi-family units look more "upscale" (withou...

Benjamin Ford Maryland Lead Paint Certificate
29 September 2018 | 5 replies

Hello!I am an buy and hold investor looking to expand to the Hagerstown, Maryland market. I have noticed that many of the listings discuss having a lead paint certificate. I want to know how cumbersome it is to acquir...