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I just purchased my first property (Owner occupied duplex). I'm living here for the next 1.5-2 years, and then I will either rent it our or sell it (depending on the market). I'd like to make updates to my unit while...
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Hi Guys,I am currently renovating a duplex to house hack. In one unit, i noticed that the tub does not drain completely and leaves a pool of water at the bottom of the tub in a low spot. I tried to fix this by filling...
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My husband and I just purchased a 1957 single family 3br/1bath home with a detached garage and large backyard. We're looking to BRRR it. It came in pretty good condition, but we're looking for ways to increase its pro...
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In most cases I have learned tenants love to have carpets within there units however carpet can be a pain to clean once the tenant leave. In fact, most of the time the maintenance crew would have to replace the carpet...
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Investment Info:
Single-family residence fix & flip investment in Chicago.
Purchase price: $74,500
Cash invested: $36,900
Sale price: $206,000
Rehabbed 3 bedroom 1 bath property on the South ...
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I'm preparing for my first unit turnover and am trying to determine what is reasonable to deduct from the security deposit.
There are some fairly deep scratches in the hardwood floor but unless I want mismatching ar...
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I have a large apartment in an old house that just became vacant. I have about $5k to spend updating it. With that budget, I can do any one of the following:1) Refinish the hardwood floors. They are not desperately in...
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Do you have recommendation for the general contractor and handyman in Charlotte NC area?We have two rental properties in NODA area need some work. My husband was doing most of the rehab work himself. So we don't real...
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I'd like some feedback on my thoughts please.Wife and I are thinking of downsizing in another year or so. Currently own a 2400 sf, 2 story, 4 bed, 2-1/2 bath house. Decent shape, but like most houses, could use some...
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Investment Info:
Single-family residence fix & flip investment.
Purchase price: $215,000
Cash invested: $50,000
Sale price: $379,000
Purchased home in established neighborhood, and over three...