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Hello,I currently have a verbal acceptance for a potential house hack on a side by side duplex. It is a very old home (1890's) but looks mostly well taken care of. I cannot tell if anything is wrong in the foundatio...
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I noticed that we have an elevated humidity level in the basement (70% on a relatively non-humid day). I don't see any cracks or gaps. I wonder if the dehumidifier is the way to go.
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I'm looking for referrals for foundation repair in Richmond, VA. Anyone know someone that they trust and is a good value (ie: best work for the price)?We are looking at a couple of properties to purchase as rentals. O...
Should I work with a CPA for short term and long term rentals? I am currently managing both myself and feel I am missing out on tax advantages or throwing money away. Does a good CPA help someone with single family re...
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I may have a zoning issue due to the type of residential rear porch I have. What kind of professional does the city of Chicago prefer to deal with for residential zoning issues? Who should I be looking for to be the "...
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Hi BP. I am having a bit of a conflict, hope someone can help me. My previous basement tenants were vendors that sold food out on thw street. They would make the food in the basement and sell in the morning. The tenan...
I just saw this video today and wanted to see if anyone else believed this may be a glimmer of hope on how to deal with ESA's. She did threaten a lawsuit though. Does anybody have any thoughts on the topic?https://www...
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An investor who intends to buy, fix up and then sell or rent a distressed property would consider a private money loan. Conventional banks and credit unions tend to shy away from lending on distressed properties, so a...
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Hi all, I have a mid-range rental that currently has 12x12 ceramic tiles in the kitchen, which is about 12x14 in size. The problem is the house is about 100 years old, and the floor underneath the tile has several pro...
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My neighbor pointed out to me that a squirrel was going in and out of my house through an opening near my roof. The following weekend I closed the opening and thought "Cool, problem fixed"...Well one morning I noticed...