I went to a second hand building material store for the first time today. It seems to me like it could be a good option for cabinets, tile, countertops, and maybe plumbing fixtures. Has anyone had success regularly ge...
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When my wife and I purchased our first home back in 2011 we used a loan officer that was recommended to us through our real estate agent (who was a family friend). They helped us find our house and really worked with...
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I want to do some updating in my 1/1 condo before I get ready to sell it. I need to make it look better than any of the other units that are there. Most of them look just like mine. (Old) So what are some of the th...
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As technology continues to take center stage in the 21st century, many businesses and industries are looking for ways to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of their operations. Real estate is no exception –...
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Hi.
I'm doing my research before taking on any Rehab projetcs by going to the Home Depots as well as learning all I can about costs and how things are done. BUT, here is what might seem like a "Mr Obvious" question. ...
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For those who have rehabbed a good number of them succesfully...1. Do you always assume that you're going to be doing a complete renovation? (aside from maybe the roof). I ask because if a house doesn't necessarily ne...
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I'm trying to understand the line here, and obviously, laws vary from state to state, and most people here likely aren't RE attorneys, but,
what can a person do that is known to be illegal?
Not that I'm TRYING to do...
on a rehab, none of the outside brick has paint, except for a few very small areas...any tricks to remove this paint? we've tried 2 types of acid and pressurewashed...any good ol' boy tricks?? :D
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I just submitted an offer for my first multifamily, a duplex in Houston, TX, and used the rental tool to generate the following stats. Waiting on the seller to accept my offer.
How much do you typically increase rent per year? Is it different in a hot market vs. a slow market? Please share what market you invest in.