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Hello BP!I have a duplex that has a single lane narrow driveway with a two car garage in the back. To be honest, the two car garage does not make much sense because there is not enough room at the end of the driveway ...
Hey, How do i avoid overpaying my contractor for materials?
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I have a 1200 sqft rental property in Phoenix that I want to have the shingles replaced. It doesn't need the wood replaced (well maybe 1-2) only the underlayment and shingles. Does anyone know what a ballpark cost s...
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Hi All,
Under contract for my first ever investment property, and the inspection results just came back. I'm concerned with two things which I will paste directly from the report. I'm meeting with my agent today to d...
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Hi every one - I am presently invested in SW Florida where I own five rental SFHs, and have recently bought two lots and contemplated building on them. I was told by my broker that there are supply problems resulting...
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Hi,I completed my first flip and made some money. I am happy it all worked out well. Now I want to know what paper work do I need from contractor before I pay him the remaining amount. So far I have paid him in checks...
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I received quotes from contractors to remodel a home in Miami (Angie.com); the contractor that I want to work with is asking for 25% when signing the contract and 25% at the start date. The other 25% when 75% of the j...
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By searching the forum, I found J Scotts contractor SOW and Contract. I think it's pretty good and covers the basics. It also has a clause in there separating finishing materials purchases from contractor supplies, wh...
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Good morning, I have a pretty reputable contractor that I have a bid with on a project and I asked him if I can buy my own materials which would save me on the mark-up. He informed me that he can't because he's not su...
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Have a question on something mentioned in sellers disclosure on the contract. In the disclosure section, seller mentioned that “they are aware of leaks or material defects in the roofs, ceilings or chimney”. In the ad...