Karen W.
Cost for compressor replacement labor
The compressor to the AC unit for my SFH broke down and needs to be replaced. The compressor is still under warrantee but the technician wants to charge me $4500 for labor and other items related to it. This sounds li...
Mike Sanders
Preparing for a possible fight with my new HOA over interior improvements, any suggestions?
Quick Summary: I bought my first condo to live in, and eventually rent. Read the R&R, everything looked fine. President of the HOA is making it sound like I need to get a permission slip for interior improvements,...
Zach Adams
My first SFH is a hell house
So the first house I ever bought, which became my first rental almost 3 years ago, is becoming a problem child.
Stats:
1955 brick ranch in North Atlanta. B neighborhood. The house has a lot of character and I even l...
Mary R.
30 year old furnace
The gas furnace in a house I'm buying is 30 years old. From what i've been told by neighbors, and from what I see of the building--haven't had it inspected yet--the owner had it 26 of those years and took good care o...
Paul DoCampo
Supply Plenum not selaed?
I have been replacing the entire duct system in my primary SFR (soon to be rental). One thing that has concerned me is that the supply plenum is wobbly and not very secured. I notice that it is tilting to one side an...
Ivan T.
New Flip in East Texas: Replace Windows Or Leave Original
We are on the last stages of our first flip since we moved to Longview, TX. The house has old windows that work but are single paned. Should we replace the windows and have a fresh look, or leave them the same?
Kar Sun
Toilets running water
I have 3 toilets in my property one above the other on 3 floors. Suddenly 2 started running water and 3 rd one started making odd sounds when flushed. The toilets are Eljer and are about 15 years old. Only one tenant ...
Aaron Moayed
Commercial Industrial Expenses Out in Indiana
Hello,I'm trying to see guesstimate of roof replacement costs for an industrial building in Fort Wayne, IN. Ballpark is fine with like a price per square foot. Also curious how much landscaping for an industrial lot w...
Daniel C.
Improvements before or after “in service”?
Hi
I’m closing on a duplex next week. I’d like to replace the siding with vinyl. What different tax implications might there be if I do this before I place tenants, or after, when it is “in service”? I’d obviously li...
Bryan Wilhelm
Rotted Girder, Sill, Joists
BP,I would like to know what some of you have done with a house that needed all new girders and joists. Specifically, what are the benefits/cost comparisons for putting in all new wood vs. pouring a slab. There is no ...