Hey BP! New real estate investor! I am closing on a home at a great price relative to comps in the area. Structurally sound, great area, small starter house (around 760 sq ft), little to no damage to the interior of t...

Hello fellow DIY BP'ers.  After analyzing some deals, I am realizing it is highly likely that I will purchase an older dwelling that is going to have some asbestos issues. The main thing that I am seeing right now is ...

What is everyone doing with their ceilings that could have asbestos?  Are you sending to a lab?  If it comes back emwith a % how are you addressing it to get ceilings flat and smooth?  

Hi All,I apologize if this is the wrong forum, but need some help on a Asbestos quote that I received. This is time sensitive, as the bank is requiring it as a condition for our commitment letter, and time is running ...

Hey BP! I'm currently under contract on my first investment property and am looking for some pro tips and advice.
Property: distressed 1975 SF in central Oregon, lot is sized to accommodate an ADU. Property needs re...

My partner and I have our first duplex under contract.  The home inspection revealed the following big ticket items:
Possible asbestos in the following locations:Popcorn ceilings of Unit 1 (peeling, must be replaced)...

Just recently purchased a 1956 home and we’re rehabbing it. I’m going to remove a wall between the kitchen and dining room. I cut a hole in the drywall and found that there are two layers, the inside layer has wallpap...

At what point am I legally obligated to go through with the purchase of a property? My husband and I are less than 10 days under contract on a single family home in Arlington TX and found out after signing the amendme...

I am in contract now for an apartment complex less than 16 units, built before 1980. During the due diligence period, Seller provides a positive test for asbestos in the joint compound.  (previous environmental report...

I have just completed my first deal. Yay. I purchased a legal duplex which I am hoping to make into a triplex (move some walls, add a kitchen, separate electrical meters, etc.). Deal closes in early July; the transfor...