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Trying to figure out the “real” cost of installing a new central AC unit and replace existing old furnace.This is in San Jose, CAHome is 1600 sq ft - 2 story Got quotes that range from 8.5k to 15kI guess the need is a...
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I have a duplex right now that has a huge walkingout basement with great potential to be finished. I want to avoid making it a full 3rd unit because of zoning and other headaches that come with it. I figure I can fin...
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I originally posted this in a different thread, but I figured it would make a good standalone post for anyone thinking of getting involved in the Poconos
As someone who's lived in the Poconos both part-time a full-ti...
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Hey all,I need some guidance, I’ve recently discovered a house FSBO. I met with the owner and looked at it and was intrigued by the opportunity. It is an old 9 unit hotel that he has gutted down to the studs. No plumb...
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I am trying to put a new roof at an affordable cost to an apartment building. The roof area may be around 2200 – 2400 sq feet (just a guess, I can confirm later). The cost is a major factor so I am requesting va...
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Since I started educating myself on real estate as a way to invest my money, I have had LTR in the back of my mind. Realistically thinking about what is my goal with RE, I have come to the conclusion it isn't to retir...
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I found a GC contractor reference for a flip I have in works who is reasonably priced. The referral was glowing and the people apparently have used him for 20 years on a bunch of rental properties they own. I asked hi...
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I have a guy who wants to do a roof job for me on the side. He works for a licensed roofer, but is not insured or licensed himself. Should I run away and why? By the way, it would save me about $2000.
I am just curious, what do you guys budget for a gut rehab on like a 1500 SqFt Single Family? I know it ranges, but I am interested in what the different costs are out there. When I mean gut, I mean, putting in new pi...
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So we have an online portal for contractors to submit bids and SoW.He said he will submit everything except the license number and never had a lender require it. I told him well my lender does. So I told him if you ar...