Hi there. Since I'm going to be getting into buy and hold real estate investing, I thought I would tap into the incredible knowledge base that is the Biggerpockets forum. I was wondering what rehab renovation costs ch...

Hello,About to close on a two family that needs some work.  I contacted both contractors 3 weeks ago and they both walked through the unit 2 weeks ago and I still haven't received an estimate from either of them.  Am ...

Hi guys,

Does anybody have any recommendations on a good book to use as a reference for estimating repairs?

Just something to use as a reference?

Thanks in advance,
Joe Salimao

Can someone please explain the following to me,  as I don't get it...(Please forgive me if this is a no-brain er)So I'm pulling comps and here's what I encountered:Subject property - 4bd, 3ba, and 2300 sq ft., asking ...

Hello BP,Just had a general question about assessing repairs to a home when your rehabbing. When you do your first walk through of a potential investment should you first go on your own and assess the repairs that nee...

Any contractors available for repair/rehab estimates for SF homes in the Southern Suburbs of Chicago?Thanks,Gary

what would you ladies and gentlemen say,was the best way you learn how to estimate repairs accurately...

How do you all handle contractor estimates by multiple firms?

Do you have each one come to the property one at a time or do you have them all show up at the same time to give your estimates?

I thought some of the newer folks might find this thread helpful. Experienced rehabbers please add to the thread. We may all take away something new. These are a few of the shortcuts I have learned over the years:
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Hi, does anyone know how much it can cost to run hot and cold water lines to 2 bathrooms and 1 kitchen?  I got an estimate of $3,000 plus materials.  This is in NJ.  Does this sound right?