Mario F.
Housewrap for stucco required?
Hi I'm in the middle of a stucco project. Showed the city inspector today and he said that we are missing housewrap over the plywood. We are already at the scratch coat right now and I'm worried that we will have to t...
Fllnids Agg
Vac rental pool exists - get a heater installed or a hot tub?
Hi!We just bought a house near Venice, Florida. Its a waterfront property that has a pool. We are getting the pool fixed ($10k cost its 70s fiberglass pool). Plan is to make it a seasonal rental during the snow bird s...
Ian Schimmel
4-Plex --> Duplex Conversion Experience in H-Town?
I'm looking to connect with someone who has had experience converting a 4-unit multi-family building to a duplex. I currently have a 4-plex property that would be better utilized as a side-by-side duplex. The plan wou...
Kristen Haynes
How To Avoid Capital Gains Taxes On Your Personal Home Sale
The laws haven't changed since 1997- and your personal home 'tax exemption' may be over the limits, due to years of appreciation in the real estate market. I found this excellent article this morning- folks in high-ap...
Quinn Hahs
Newbie investor, Kansas City, MO
Hello everyone, I have had an interest in real estate for the last decade and am finally putting energy into taking action. I know I have a lot to learn and would love to connect those of you who are already investing...
Michel Lautensack
Struggling Banks Tightening Credit to U.S. Businesses
Struggling banks are tightening loans to U.S. businesses. We saw the signs in mid-June and it seems to be getting harder and harder for healthy and growing businesses to get financing. If banks continue on this path o...
Jeff Parkan
FHA 203k loan home condition
Hey everyone, I have a few quick questions.What is considered to be appropriate renovations for a FHA 203k? Could it be used to just update a old retro home that hasn't been touched since the 60's or is it for legit r...
Andrew Johnson
Building a duplex
Hey all,I've been presented with an opportunity to have a duplex built in a to-be neighborhood to have 24 new construction duplexes. The area is the best school district in town, and right next to the schools. I expec...
Marie C.
Condo to live in then rent in Concord, CA
My husband and I are first time homebuyers. Our current plan is to buy a 2 bedroom condo in Concord, live there for a few years, and then turn it into a rental. My brother in law will also be living with us. Our budge...
Bryan Clement
The importance of physical fitness
Hello BP, Recently I've noticed my motivation to do things is declining, and after a serious self-evaluation, I've come to realize that a lot of my lack of motivation has to do with my fitness and eating habits. Does ...