Adam Wodka
Correcting Bowed Brick Facade of Rowhome
I recently purchased a two-story rowhome in South Philly with a nice brick facade. Unfortunately though, the facade has a clear bow coming out about 2-3 inches in the middle. I've been told by the inspector and my rea...
Adam Anderson
What improvements do you make to your rental properties.
This has been asked before, but I want to ask the question with a bit of a spin. 1-What is your favorite improvement you like to make to your properties to increase rent you can collect? (Made up example: I like to in...
Afrothiti Manolis
Buying into a property with current tenants paying NO utilities
Hey BG,
In Chicago, I am buying a three flat. One of the tenant's contracts end 12/20. The other is month to month. Both are paying under market value. Those two units share a water heater and electricity and gas met...
Austin Copas
How much do I set aside for expenses in Texas?
Hello, I'm Austin I was wondering how much money I should set aside every month for the different utilities and expenses. Since I am too young to legally own a multifamily property myself I am going through LoopNet an...
Abiy Tedla
From 5 doors to 22 doors in 12 months
After doing a lot of research and discussions, my brother and I decided to use our current equity to increase our number of doors and enter the multifamily space. Using a lot of work, time and energy, we used 1031 Exc...
Thomas Musser
The Future of Green Construction: Passive house
In the heart of central Pennsylvania I am overseeing a 60 unit, multi-family, town home flats project that sets the standard for energy efficient construction 70% higher than a LEED certification. The simplest way to...
Brad Roche
FHA 203(k) vs. Fannie Mae Homestyle Renovation Loan
Fannie Mae Homestyle Renovation Loan vs. FHA 203(k)
The FHA 203(k) is the most widely known renovation loan, but did you know about the Fannie Mae Homestyle Loan?
Here's how they break down:
Fannie Mae Homestyle
M...
Glenn McDonald
Assisted Living / Turnkey center new Blue Oval - Ford
Investment Info:
Large multi-family (5+ units) commercial investment investment.
Purchase price: $790,000
TurnKey with added value, expansive 10-bedroom, 11-bathroom home on 4.6 acres, just 20 minutes fr...
Karen Margrave
Appraisers - Input needed
I've been talking to someone that is a similar situation as we are. They have a newer house (a few years old), that was built on a lot in an established neighborhood. The former house had burned down. The houses in th...
Marcus Brown
Owner Pays Heat / Tenant leaves front door open/ what can i do ?
Owner Pays Gas Heat / Tenant leaves front inside door open/ but the storm door is closed , but i feel like were wasting money, what can i do ? Legally