@J Scott inspired me with his diary of a new construction project to do one of my own.  So not to be outdone, I'm actually going to do two.  This one will be for a project that we have recently completed.  I'll add ne...

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I am a finance professional in Toronto and I want to explore a career as a a real estate developer. Could anyone who has become a "self made" developer please provide some guidance on how they did it? I ...

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I’ve been creeping on the forums as most of us have for a few years. I’ve actually used the forums here as a legitimate source of information as so many people do the groundwork for you in regard to interpr...

I am in the planning process of building a small home community (650-950sqft) in the Sacramento area. The zoning will be RD-20 (20 units per acre). The goal is to have an attractive option for single family detached w...

Curious to what other BPer's watch for shows?  Here are a few I like watching:Rahab Addict Flip or FlipFlipping Vegas - though I get tired of the bickering and seeing that every vehicle he drives is exotic!!Flip This ...

Hey BP,It seems like I've chaffed about 20 questions today alone, but here's the most recent.I have a flip that I'm rehabbing and I keep scratching my head when I look at this PINK bathroom.  The whole theme is pink t...

I need to replace about 2,000 sq ft of flooring with a grey hardwood look. I need your help choosing material and supplier. Hardwood and engineered hardwood are attractive for resale value and longevity. Engineered Vi...

Hello, I am new to real estate investing and I have a tentative verbal deal on a pre-market lake property that I would eventually like to make my retirement home (10 years or so). I am currently active duty military a...

Changing out a light in my duplex and...does anyone know when this became illegal? I know my place was built circa 1923-1927 and remodeled in 1945. I don't think this cheap aluminum and plastic fixture is seventy-plus...

Hi guys. This is just a sort of informal poll.Starting with me: no, it isn't. Not by a long shot. That may change someday, but right now, it's a good idea for me in my area.