I have a tenant moving out, the cat scratched the heck out of the carpet, under the door into the bedroom and hallway. The carpet is 5 years old, do I charge for replacing the carpet in the bedroom and hallway or just...

Last year we had a guy install tile in the dining room and hallway on the first floor of one of our units. The tile is in the room that you enter when you enter from outside. It was 16"x16" tile installed on the diago...

Our buyers typically have a professional inspection done during the option period.  We get back a list of imperfections that we usually take care of completely.  Some of the issues we know about beforehand, but just h...

Closed deal in mid February, seller asked for a few weeks to move their things and find new place. They called at 2 week deadline asking till the end of this month. The month will be over on Tuesday, so I assumed they...

Hello all,In trying to streamline processes, I'm yet again looking for some feedback.  We just recently purchased a small multi-family with some serious deferred maintenance (one step up from "distressed").  As part o...

Fannie Mae Homestyle Renovation Loan vs. FHA 203(k)
The FHA 203(k) is the most widely known renovation loan, but did you know about the Fannie Mae Homestyle Loan?
Here's how they break down:
Fannie Mae Homestyle
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Hi all,Thanks for stopping by to read/help. I just bought a duplex in Cleveland, Ohio and the top unit has an attic space that includes a set of stairs and doorway that leads directly outside the house. Technically, t...

So I'm about to start rehabbing this house, and in my opinion adding a cornice all around would make the house not look as boxy and add character for little money. Maybe even add siding. My contractor is trying to tal...

My latest project is a cute little ranch in Elkins Park, PA (just outside Philly). For a little context, the property already had quite a new upgrades when I purchased it. We are simply planning to update the bathroom...

Doors on my rentals are driving me crazy! Since most of my properties are purchased in a distressed state of some sort, My first step is usually to secure the property and then start the trash out process. Doors can v...