John Franczyk
F&F on a Pre-Fab House?
I looked at an SFR in southeast Wisconsin that superficially looked like a good deal, but on further examination the structure itself appears to be a "prefab" house, i.e. the type of house that was built in a factory ...
Vicki S.
Half above / half below ground homes
I am buying a property which is a duplex with the bottom unit half below the ground level. the property was built in 1901. I am worried about if this is a big issue for fixing it up to resell? and what structural ...
Jay Sheth
Buying houses greater than 100 years old
hi
When buying turnkey property is it ok to buy property which built 100 years ago ? I plan to keep these rentals for another 30 years at least so wondering how age of house matters
Adam Ramsey
Leaking Block Foundation
Hi All,I'm looking at a house that has a block foundation. It's an older home, 1930's, and the block looks in rough shape (probably just from being old). However, there are noticeable cracks and there has been water l...
Hilary Thompson
Average Cost of Demolition
What is the average cost of a demolition crew? If we are flipping a 3 story, 1,500sq. ft. per story home and we plan to remove EVERYTHING, what would that cost?This home used to be a tri-plex so there are several outs...
Matthew Do
Cost of Joist / Structural Repair?
Hi, first post so I hope this is the correct forum. Situation: Typcial two-story Philadelphia row home. Second story beam at the stair is sagging / deflecting. Was previously supported years ago with lolly columns at...
Zach DeRossette
Cracks In Brick Siding - Back out of deal or keep investigating
I am in contract on a house and the inspection report revealed some cracking on the brick siding. The inspector suggested to get a structural engineer to check it out. I'm debating whether it's worth it to spend $550 ...
Rose Davis
My first abandoned home project
Hi BiggerPockets!!! Its been about a year since i have been on and alot has happend. The first home i bought for my family i have turned into a home for the disabled. Only holds 3 ppl but the rent is decent in each ro...
Katherine Roberts
Firewall in between multifamily units
I’m sure this is specific to my area, but we just got inspections done for a property we’re about to close on. The house was converted from single family to a duplex. They stripped it down to the studs and rebuilt it,...
Katie Hunt
Retaining Wall and Building Codes Cartersville Ga
Hey guys,To to bigger pockets and investing. My husband and I have found a potential investment property in Cartersville, Ga with a few issues to resolve. Currently building (quadruplex) is uninhabitable due mostly to...