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What type of lumber are installed in column posts for backyard porch. Is 20 year ground contact lumber common? What other options for lumber are available that would last longer?
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I have been researching different real estate/ investment opportunities. I'm 24 years old, married, and I have a 14 month old son. I'm currently renting, but I would like to buy my foulest home by the spring. Ive cons...
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Hey BP!I'm looking for some advice on investing in Michigan generally, and/or Grand Rapids, MI specifically. I've successfully completed a few house hacks in California, and am looking into branching out to the Midwes...
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I recently purchased a duplex in Columbus, Ohio, and wanted some advice on the floor plan of this full rehab. Originally the home was a 3-1 with a full bath on the first floor, but the investor I purchased the duplex...
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Hi BP, wanted to gather your thoughts on what return you'd require on capital used to finish a basement. We'll be doing the majority of it ourselves, and a conservative estimate is $15k with about 20% margin for 750 ...
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I will be using my wife's uncle to handle the "skilled labor" portion of my BRRR project. My concern is: he tends to be a little pricy in his quotes, however, the work he performs is top-notch, and he's always bring...
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I realized that my property management contract states that I'm paid 20% of gross revenue, but in fact, I pay the cleaners their fee first (I mark it up a little on my OTA to factor for platform fees) and then I take ...
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can someone please share with ane asy and quick-n-dirty way to estimate repairs ?
I.e. windows $185 per window
carpet $X per sq yard
etc
THANK YOU!!!
PS Please do not suggest getting 3 bids from contractors...
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When I have a property out of state, is it recommended to form LLC in the state where I have a property ? or we can manage through the home state LLC, any prod and cons Please ?
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which do you prefer ? class A MF with a slightly lower cap rate or class C MF with a higher cap?