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Good morning, everyone! My name is Ron, and I would like to introduce myself. I am a new Real Estate Investor in the Southeastern NC area. I currently hold two W-2 jobs as a Firefighter and US Marine. I have already r...
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Could anyone help with 2 questions regarding handrails as well as safety of a "landing area" see picture below for reference. Rental property is located in New Hampshire
1. Does a staircase with two supporting walls ...
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The lack or inattentiveness of safety in short-term rentals is appalling!! Over the weekend 3 people died at a STR in Outer Banks due to a house fire, and it seems like every couple of months we hear of more people dy...
Hi! I am looking to establish a relationship with an agent in the area of Safety Harbor Florida. I am looking to purchase a home there for my mother and will need an expert in the area. Any recommendations or go get...
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Hi,I am purchasing a SFH investment property. There is one issue of concern that came out in my inspection:The basement bedroom window does not meet the national fire safety standard egress requirements. The violation...
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Hi All, I am currently living with my parents and hoping to be able to move out in the next 1-2 years. I would like to buy a duplex in my area (DMV), but there are not many multifamily properties in the area (and the ...
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Is there too much risk involved renting a home with a pool? What is the best way to cover yourself from lawsuits? Thanks in advance for the help.
What strategies do landlords take when there are security and safety concerns with smaller multifamily properties? What general strategies help to increase tenant safety from break-ins while not invading their privacy...
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I have a house that I’m about to rent out but the windows are very old & don’t open. Should I replace them? I’m in south Texas.
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Hi all,First post here and I couldn’t find it answered anywhere else - I have a 2-unit in Portland Maine built in 1920 and for the first time this year the fire safety inspector measured my upstairs bedroom windows an...