Gary F.
Central Air HVAC vs Mini Split systems?
Hello BPers.I have an old central air system that needs replacing. Its 18 years old and wasnt used much but the compressor isnt working anymore. Looking into the mini split systems it seem like this would be more ene...
Julio Gonzalez
Important Tax Update on Inflation Reduction Act and Real Estate!
Attention all Accountants and real estate investors!
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 was signed into law on August 16, 2022 by President Biden.
It’s a $737 billion investment that according to two of the ...
James Pignataro
How do new windows affect the appraised value of the home?
Are there any appraisers out there? I am looking for a ballpark estimate on how significant new vinyl windows will affect the value of the home? I am replacing all windows due to the current ones being old and out d...
Michael Manco
Wholesaling advice, creating a list of investors
Hi guys, I´m currently based in the UK and some RE deals work a bit differently compared to the US market, but I find some of the ways of wholesaling (sourcing) a bit outdated here. My question is specifically about f...
Trevor J.
Best way to legally provide heat in a converted bedroom
Hi all,I will be converting an open area into a bedroom but wanted some feedback on what external, not duct-related heating elements have worked best for others, particularly in the San Diego area. Anyone have any bra...
John Brinkos
Ductless HVAC or Ducted?
I have a 1800 ft 5 bedroom place that is a college student housing property. Currently there is baseboard heat and window AC. My electric bills were in the $900/mth realm this winter (avg temp 30). The house is 1930's...
Greg Lindor
Deciding what to do with my current property (Sale or Rent)
Hi BP!So here's the situation. I have decided to become a real estate investor and am super excited about this journey. I bought a home two years ago here in South Florida (my wife, and 1 daughter) for 235k.We did not...
Cornelius Dabney
How to go about knowing my Market??
Hello everyone,
Since I have been on this site , I've been hearing one of the important things to do when starting out is to know your Market. My question is what does that mean exactly. Am I suppose to compare mortga...
Tarek Demachkie
Investors and wholesalers share your opinion
How to sell your house fast when it needs repairs. I would like to share this article I just wrote with you guys. I wrote it for those who are looking to sell their house when it's in bad shape and they are short on t...
Ray Browne
What kind of cap rates are you looking for?
I'm currently working on development plans for two small office properties, one in Annapolis, MD and one in Washington, DC.
Cap rate on both , conservatively, would be approximately 7.2% ; that's at my sell p...