In the process of meeting with a seller, I needed a quick tip on how to calculate the repair cost on a property?  How do I determined  if it need a basic repair  or an extensive repair?  

I have a 80% LTV on a conventional loan at 3.85%. I'm wondering if it's possible to take advantage of lower rates and do a HELOC at the same time? Is this newbie thinking? I'd like to avoid double appraisal fees, and ...

Hey there everyone! It’s been a pretty awesome (and hectic) 11 months for me. I went from having just one rental at the start of the year, to having 3 houses close at the same time, with rehabs of various difficulty...

I've purchased multiple houses in the past and really enjoyed the rehab process. However they were all primary residences at the time. My question is what would you recommend to get my feet wet in a fix & flip bus...

I am here in Severna Park Md , I get home early due to the cold , had enough for the day , or so I thought . I went to make a sandwich and wash my hands and low and behold , NO WATER . I start running thru the house a...

Hello all,I found another prospect for my first property…77K for a Brick end-townhome without HOA from 1986. 1200 SQFT, Fenced in yard, Little balcony, 2 bed, 1.5 bath. With a very good location right of the interstat...

How should repairs be estimated on a potential buy:1. Bring a general contractor with you to give an estimate before purchasing.2. Bring different contractors for each area of repair before purchasing.3. Get an inspec...

I am in the infancy phase of even exploring this idea, but was curious to see if any other apartment operators have looked into installing solar panels on their buildings to reduce utility expenses? My gut says there ...

Hi all,I realize this is a really detailed subject that's impossible to explain in 500 words, but does anyone have any tips on estimating rehab costs?I'll be scouting out properties for a BRRRR investor in Iowa, so I ...

I thought we'd kick off our new Buying Real estate forum by seeing what factors are most important to all of you in the purchase of your primary residence.

Here are mine:

- Proximity to parks, shopping, services, an...