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Hello BP Community,I'm doing some research into how to analyze utility expenses of small multifamily properties (5-20 units) and I'm confused about which utilities you can & cannot bill back to tenants. I know som...
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What advice can you offer to those who are faced with deciding if they should restore or if they should rebuild flood damaged property? What factors should be considered when evaluating and assessing flood damaged pro...
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I recent bought a personal residence in Hamilton County, IN after moving from upstate NY this summer. This entire area is riddled with hard water (I have not had it tested, but judging by my research of the area it is...
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Hello all
I recently got an level 2 inspection of a chimney and they are saying I need to tear down and rebuild the roofline and up on this chimney (5,000 repair)and if I don’t in a year or two it will just spread li...
Before I was out of town for 1+ month in January-March (snow months), I shut off the main valve. However, the subsequent city water bill still showed a non-trivial water usage (6 CCF). I checked and didn't find any in...
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A group of 5 duplexes each side 2 bed/1bath on a crawl space. Has a laundry facility with 4 washer/4 dryers in a separate building. Each building has a well/septic (I live in a rural community so this is common) ...
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I am first time homebuyer trying to estimate cost of repairs to a home I am in escrow with. I have been bidding on homes since last 1 1/2 years and this is the first time I have gone in escrow.
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I've been a couple of times now to see an REO that's right near my own house. For the most part, it's in very good condition,but the kitchen cabinets are gross, covered with mold on the insides. The cabinets would hav...
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How do you increase your cash flow and minimise your expenses on your portfolio.Be interested in what you do
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As first time investor how does one conduct effective due diligence and cover ones basis?. What material should be asked or checked and verified?.