Abby S.
Rehab + House Hack strategy input
As my first multi family buy - I think I was lucky to get into a 3x 3bed 1 bath multi family in an A+ area which immediately appraised for 100k above purchase price. The immediate need and plan is to live in one, rent...
Luis Ramirez
How old is too old for a House?
Hello everyone,I recently started looking for houses to do House hacking, and I came over this 1956 house that looks like its been recently renovated and it fits my budget. I was wondering on what is your opinion on b...
Jack B.
Built in microwave in kitchen, how expensive to replace?
Tenant said that using the microwave suddenly trips the breaker. I told them to stop using it for now until I can get my guy out there. It's one of those older kitchens where the microwave is built into the cabinetry....
Walter Correia
How to make deal with a property that has knob and tube wiring
My wife and I are currently under contract and we are looking for some advice on how to close on this deal. The property that we are looking at asking price is 224,900 single family home with 6 br, 2bathrooms and 2,60...
Kirsten Crotts
Coil or Glass Top Stove for Updated Property in Good Area?
I recently purchased a duplex in a nice neighborhood of Puyallup, within a few minutes of South Hill, and have been remodeling the property. It will be fully remodeled by the time I move out and rent it out, but I am ...
Kevin Felger
Insurance coverage for second investment property
Recently bought second long term hold property. Used bank loan, put money down and financed the rest. When it came to insurance it was very difficult. We finally got insurance but it was with the stipulation that w...
Jeff Libby
new kitchen cabinets or spruce up the old
I'm wondering if it's a better idea to fix up old cabinets with fresh paint, new hardware, and maybe even adding moulding. Does anyone have any suggestions about this?
Account Closed
Architect fees in the Los Angeles areas
Hello all,i'm looking for an architect for a 2 homes project in the Malibu area.The plan is to build 2 nice different modern homes on 2 lots side by side.I know architect fees range in the 10% area, however, given the...
James Bell
Colorado Investors - Web Data suggestions
Greetings fellow Colorado Investors. I've been using the 8z Web site (also known as COhomefinder.com) as my go to search engine for years. Whoever designed that site did a great job. It allowed you to quickly move/...
Marci Stein
Tenant test positive for lead paint on bath tub
Not sure how to proceed —2 adult tenants. No children . newly moved in and tested for lead on peeling paint on side of painted bathtub. Positive. From what I’ve read, I am required to remediate this if a child under 6...