I've noticed that recent listings from HUD now include an extensive lead based testing report, along with an estimate to remediate it. Their remediation must be something pretty significant, since it runs at least a ...

I have a SFH in CT that I just started renting out.  I was notified that I need a lead abatement certificate as the property was build in 1938.I do not know the lead status as it was never tested.  I am reluctant to g...

Is it illegal to post test ads during due diligence to find out market demand?

Just went under contract on a bank foreclosure. The building has been vacant for a year and utilities are off. The bank is unwilling to turn anything on for my inspector to test. That said, I’m planning on having a pl...

After learning a ton from the forum & podast (thank you all!), I'm finally writing my first post here!There are many benefits with being an accredited investor, including access to better investment opportunities....

We are buying a house to fix and flip. Is there a way to test the whole house for gas leaks once we are done.  I do not want to go the DIY route but would like to have a professional plumber do the same and document i...

Hey everyone,I passed my national loan originator exam with an 85% and now I have to take the California test.  It was easy to study for the national exam because there are tons of books and online tests.  I can't see...

One of the most common frustrations when choosing a real estate savvy CPA is not knowing how to tell whether he knows his stuff. Here're some sample questions to test his technical competence, in any order:
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