Washington state is has banned smoking in public places. Now we have a large county attempting to ban smoking in private residences. While, I'm sure that smoking is bad for ones health. There are many other things ...

So I come home one evening and proudly boast to my my wife, "I bought a trailer park for a really great deal today!" She says, "Well it better not be the one on the news that had the meth explosion!" I think to myself...

I haven't made a purchase yet but plan on buying distressed homes and fix them up for rentals.
One nightmare that's kept me awake is the idea that the person foreclosed on has poured concrete down the shower/toilet/an...

Hello,I am trying to educate myself on sfh. I read & heard some stories about buying older homes could cause headache. I have a few questions that maybe other BP can shed some light.1. What is consider older homes...

Hello there BP land!
I purchased an adorable 1920s two bedroom home I am planning on buy/hold in for a while. When I walked the building inspector through he assured me the frame was strong and there was no knob and ...

I am trying to consolidate insurance -- instead of 14 separate DP3 replacement cost policies for individual homes, I am looking for a commercial policy. Primary reasons being higher water damage coverage and vacancy ...

I am working on an off market deal in Memphis and everything is looking good. House only needs minor repairs (pull out carpet and some painting). But in the living room the Sheetrock was laid the direction of the ceil...

This is a problem-solving issue. I am looking for solutions on how to move forward!The subject property is in San Bernardino County, California. Situation: We are using a VA loan to buy our first primary residence (we...

Hello, I am currently in the prices of closing on a fixer upper in the St.Louis,MO area.The home is approximately 2 story 950 sf and currently has knob and tube wiring  throughout.I spoke to a electrician who said he ...

I'm looking at buying a home in Brownstown Township.  I have 1 rental that was my primary and converted into a rental when I moved in December 2010.  Apparently Woodhaven instituted a certificate of occupancy in April...