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BP nation:
Need some advice on a property we're looking at. I'll compare a fixer upper that's on the market (HUD sale) to an example of what I'm finding in our market to be a fairly market priced conventio...
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Any suggestions on what to do with these stairs? Stairs come from a room with hardwood floors and lead to a hallway with harwoods. Not sure what is underneath the nasty carpet.
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Just purchased a home with a nice red brick exterior. Looking at current trends, I am tempted to paint the brick to have a cool grey finish. However, I wanted to get opinions on painting brick vs leaving it natural in...
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My condo/rental association is claiming damages for move out. During inspection they found carpet damage. There are black stains on top surface, likely from furniture. They refused to clean the carpets and went on and...
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Investment Info:
Large multi-family (5+ units) commercial investment investment in Jefferson City.
Purchase price: $450,000
Cash invested: $100,000
13-Unit Apartment complex with 2 buildings in downt...
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I'm due for some exterior maintenance on my rental property. I heard about a product called Rhino Shield that has a 25 year warranty but has only been on the market for about 10 years. Anyone have experience with th...
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We are interested in a house that has horrible smoke smell. It's turned the walls and ceiling a bit yellow. I see people recommend an oil base Kilz paint for the walls and ceiling. And to rip out all the carpet. A...
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Hi follow BP family. I'm looking for software to help me estimate construction costs for rehabs. I've been doing my estimates in a spreadsheet, but it takes a long time and more to the point I'm still not very consi...
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One of my rentals has laminate wood floors. They are grimey to say the least. Any recommendations on cleaning. I am starting with water and vinager. I also bought some good gone.Any suggestions?
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Lets define A, B, and CThere are many definitions floating around attempting to define investment properties. I like to start with the community in which the properties is located. A neighborhood = 95% homeowner or be...