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Johnnie Fair Which paint should I use for my flip?
3 June 2020 | 36 replies

I bought a short sale for 315 in a 500k area, the home has not been painted before, the home should be painted but I want to keep the entire budget for the flip below 10k. I don't want to buy cheap paint but I don't w...

Johanna V. Can tenants demand only licensed and bonded contractors? - WA
1 December 2023 | 60 replies

Hello BP - Anybody know where i can find the answer or have the answer? Property is located in Maple Valley, WA. Appreciate sharing your experience. 

Lance Turner LTR with an STR ADU
23 October 2024 | 28 replies

I'm working on a new investment property.  It has a standard 1600 SF 3/2 LTR but it has a 600 SF ADU 1/1 studio that I want to use as an STR.
Looking for advice since this will be my first STR. 
1.  What are the bes...

Account Closed Why is Cash flow so important?
28 September 2018 | 9 replies

Why is positive cash flow mandatory in a real estate investment? I understand looking for positive cash flow is a good proxy to avoid making bad deals when you’re a beginner, but if you’re careful in your estimates an...

Ryan Dossey $50,000 + in Damage is a HUGE Win!
27 July 2018 | 26 replies

Want to learn how 15 seconds could save you $50,000? (Man Doesn't that sound like Geico) Keep reading! So we bought a home in Lawrence Indiana that was tenant occupied at close. Now if you're buying direct to seller y...

Justin K. Water Usage - Removing/Monitoring Washing Machine
15 December 2020 | 20 replies

Friday after submitting my water meter reading I received a call from the water company informing me that the water usage at my 6 unit property was twice the average and that I should expect ~$1000 water bill for the ...

Doug Danoff Solar and Geothermal in flips
16 June 2021 | 14 replies

I was curious if any folks who flip houses in the north have considered incorporating solar panels and / or heat pump technologies such as geothermal or air-source in their rehabs.  To install solar panels and a geoth...

Bob Lowry Rental Rates
14 June 2013 | 13 replies

I just read the "Ultimate Beginner Guide" provided by BiggerPockets and noted the investment rule of 2%, and find it may not be realistic in my humble opinion.

If I am correct using the 2% rule, a home that cost $200...

Wes S. Nickel & Dimed to death - Spending Habits
11 October 2011 | 15 replies

Building up a nice portfolio but feel like I'm being nickel and dimed to death!

I take pride in my properties...I want them to look nice, be safe and efficient which translates into good tenants and less headaches. ...

Jeremy Tillotson Worst Hoarder House Ever
21 February 2017 | 41 replies

About two weeks ago we bought a house. Knowing it was full of trash and has been empty a while. We got a good deal on the house, but knew it would take alot of work. It is in a rental neighborhood. This is a 900 sq ft...