Mike B.
Flip to rent (buy and hold) project in Philadelphia
Hi all,Wanted to share my new (and second) project I've been working on since October 1st. As a background, I'm a general handyman and my father in law is a retired contractor. I previously renovated my duplex (which...
Aaron Van Curen
Best Flooring for Value-Add
Here's the quick layout...I have 8,800 sq ft of space that needs new flooring because I hate carpet. I haven't closed on the deal yet but this is something I will do right away. I am using a private lender for the dow...
Demetrius Johnson
7 showings in 3 months
I'm working on my 2nd flip in Jacksonville FL's Murray Hill area. Initially listing the property at $170K to see how desirable the property was and attempting to maximize profit (which looking back at probably wasn't ...
Gayle Eisner
Advice on Rental Appliances
Hi:Im a small timer with two rental properties and was wondering where to buy apartment sized refrigerators and ranges (20") ? My tenant asked me if I could get a stainless steel one, and I said I would try. I looke...
Robert Carlson
Benefits of Buying New Construction
So what are the advantages of buying a NEW CONSTRUCTION HOME? Well, here are some:
- Minimal maintenance worries, as everything is BRAND NEW. And for those things that do pop up, they are likely covered under a hom...
Douglas Skipworth
Nothing like a brush w/ death to put you on the straight & narrow
What is your fire plan for your rental house and your residence? You better have one.Tonight at 9:00, the motor in the clothes dryer at my personal residence in Memphis caught on fire. The kids and I were just finish...
David Krulac
New Hot Water Heater Regulations April 16, 2015
New Water Heater GuidelinesNational Appliance Energy Conservation Act (NAECA) - On April 16th, 2015 the NAECA will require all manufacturers to make new water heaters to comply with the new standards. The change ...
Stephen Kunen
Will plumbing and electric rewiring increase value
We recently purchased a 6 unit building and are in the process of rehabbing it. Because it’s a very old building (more than 100 years), turned out there is more work needed than our initial scope. Most notably, it loo...
David O.
100% Cash on Cash ROI in 92 Days - Duplex in Miami, FL Case Study
7700 - 7702 NE 3rd Ct Miami, FL 33138Strategy: Value Add Investment / FlipAcquired 4/12/2016 for $230,000Mortgage: $161,000 (private hard money lender)Down payment: $69,000Sold: 7/14/2016 for $324,000 (92 days after a...
Anthony Wick
Indoor Paint Color for all rentals
Ok, I’m on my phone and just too lazy to search all the past forums. I want an indoor paint color that I can put in every room, in every rental that I own. You know the routine. Easy to touch up without needing to mat...