Kyle Scholnick
Are Building Permits Optional?
When remodeling a commercial office condo unit, the assumption is you need a permit for things you will do. Electrical permit, plumbing permit, building permit, mechanical permit and others if needed. There will be no...
Erin Bryant
Using a contractor that is qualified by another contractor
i am working on my first rehab in Fl and we have been working with a contractor that has great reviews but we just learned before we signed the contract with him that he is qualified by another contractors license. I ...
Kim Parker
Basement to studio conversion questions
Hi there, I am in contract to close in 3 weeks on our second investment property—yay! It has some unique features that I’m really excited about. I had a few questions and hoping for some experienced wisdom. Thanks in ...
Samyak Rai
Converting Rent stabilized units in NYC to free market units
Hello all,I am currently analyzing a 9-unit MF in Manhattan. 8 out of the 9 units are rent stabilized, which really affects my cashflow. I know you can convert RS to FM by giving in writing, a note stating that you wi...
Ivan Shao
REFI Problem - need advice !!
Happy New Year to BP Nation!!My aunt has a 2 families house that worth 1 million; 1st fl (detached w/ 1 car garage) had been converted to 3 small 1 bd room units ( illegal conversation :( ) . She would like to pull...
Rebecca Helm
Should I buy my rental (duplex)?
Hello all--new to the real estate thing. My landlord is selling my duplex, which I currently rent one unit in. It's walking distance to a major university, walking distance to downtown, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's etc. ...
Joseph M.
To Get a Permit or Not to Get One
I am renovating my primary home that I plan to live in for 10+ year and probably much longer than that. We have had multiple contractors and others suggest maybe not getting permits due to the fact that the house is i...
Lewis C.
Viewing a 15 Unit Muti-family tomorrow. What do I need to know?
I am viewing a 15 unit Apartment complex tomorrow here in Memphis. My business partner and I own quite a few SFR, Duplex & Triplexes but nothing larger. What information do I need to gather from the agent / seller...
Nikki Taylor
Should we re-do all the old electrical wire in a Philly reno?
My partner, a GC, and I are involved in our first flip in Philly (Girard Estates area) and we're trying to decide whether we can keep the some of the old wiring in the house or whether we need to completely re-do it. ...
Claude Hodge
Denver Area Condos
I have decided to look heavily at my first purchase being a Denver / Aurora area condo. One of the biggest factors that I see impacting whether or not it will cash flow is the HOA fees. I know because of the various...