Hello BP, How have people that owned 2-4 Units dealt with noise transfer between units?I have a Triplex I am living in that is 3 levels. The First floor is my unit a 2 bed, Second Floor is the same floor plan, and the...

I’ve searched the forums and can’t find anything this specific so if this is redundant, I apologize. I’m getting ready to start a rehab on a duplex I just bought and I’ve been getting quotes on flooring. Each unit has...

I am representing a client in the purchase of a commercial building downtown. About 8000 sf between first and second floor, plus basement, concrete structure with brick walls with a flat roof. Two elevator shafts, equ...

I'm due to replace my triplex roof, and I received quotes around $9k for shingles, but it was only $10-$12k for metal; so I'm leaning towards metal for longevity unless you guys tell me otherwise. That said, of the th...

I'm trying to get an idea of what Roof's cost to Replace/Repair? I figured as many answers as possible would help put it in perspective. What is a good "Rule of Thumb" to go by in pricing roofs? Assuming that the r...

Hi BPersI'm looking at buying a house in Chicago whose roof is intact and without leaks but very near end of life according to both the general inspection and a roofing spection. The roof is 1250 square feet and is qu...

Hey everyone,I've been working on tearing up an existing flooring so I can lay some new tile down. On top of the floor is hardwood, and about 3 layers of vinyl. The lowest layer of vinyl (red in picture) have me conce...

Hi. Can you guys help me with issue i have. I'm the owner of top unit in 4 level building. HOA is mainly guy from low level unit. There are ongoing issues with walls (little cracks) which cause little water damages in...

Hey BP! Got the inspection back. Do you think it is important in the Mid-West, Chicago to be specific, to ask for the fact roof to be coated in aluminum to protect from UV Rays? How much longer of a life span will I g...

I just purchased a home in a good neighborhood that I am flipping.  There are no leaks in the roof, however, it appears to be about 15 years old.  There is limited discoloration in areas.  I want to know whether is wi...