Hi everyone,Newbie here - I’ve been reading and educating myself for over 2 years. Thanks everyone for your contribution; this is a great platform! I currently have my first deal under contract and it’s going to be a ...

Hey BP, I have a question for anyone with knowledge of Columbus (or central Ohio, or maybe even the Midwest more generally): how do you like to estimate your rehab costs when analyzing a BRRRR or flip deal?  The optio...

I've been flipping houses for 2 years now but still can't really walk into a home and know right away how much it will cost to fix. My past deals have all been mls so i've brought contractors in for quotes. I am ra...

Hello BP DIY-ers,My husband and I purchased our first home! I had this crazy idea to tackle flooring on my own. This is the beginning of DIY Floors. My plan is to install Vinyl Plank that clicks and locks. The upstair...

Back on Bigger Pockets after a few years away. I have been the Jack of all trades in the real estate industry. I have flipped houses strictly as the investor. I have wholesaled properties. I have a rental portfolio he...

Hello BP Community! One of my tenants just sent me a txt letting me know that water is leaking from the ceiling. She’s in the top unit and so I’m pretty sure the leak is related to the roof. When I purchased the home ...

I am starting this a bit late, but am excited to share my experience.  I am going to post comments with photos in chronological order to catch up!I found this foreclosure home in Pickerington, Ohio on Hubzu.com.  It w...

We've been living in our home for 5 1/2 years and due to some serious hail damage, are in the process of getting a new roof.

Before I explain the significance, just last year we had to replace our attic fan, becaus...

Today I visited my first rehab prospect. I took my pad and paper, flashlight and a tape measure. What other tools do you take with you? I thought a ladder may be useful, but might be overkill. The only thing I had a h...

The roof over my head sprouted a leak. (And rainy season just started...)
And right now we're having a gully-washer! Anyway, I'd like to get a steel roof, but for my house, that cost will be about 20,000. A compositio...