Erin K.
what paint for cement blocks?
A duplex buy and hold we recently purchased has a front stoop with side walls (the sides of the steps, about 2 feet high on each side) made of gray cement blocks. The house is white and I was considering adding some c...
Michael Taylor
Tenant Screening in Chicago
Is there a easy way to find out if a prospective tenant has ever been evicted in Chicago? I use Cozy for my management software and they perform background and credit checks, but unless there is a judgement against a...
Benjamin McClellan
Damp Basement
Hi BP, I have a rental unit that I want to add one room in the basement. I will frame out the walls on the inside of the block, seal and insulate. I was going to drywall it with mold resistant drywall, but would like ...
Kelly G.
FYI: Lessons re: replacement windows
Greetings I have been researching replacement windows for my SFH in Milwaukee, WI and have been amazed at what I've learned - so I thought I'd pass this along.Be very cautious about - and Read - the warranty Before yo...
Aaron Carter
cleaning ducts worth it?
Long story short.Bought a multifamily forclosure built in 2001 previous owner had up to 30 dogs and 20 cats. I scheduled to have the ducts cleaned but after reading more info online , research suggested that cleaning ...
Bob Woelfel
Living with a SEAL review
Just listened to the most recent podcast with Jesse Itzler a few days ago. Decided to order his book "Living with a SEAL." It came in the mail last night and I was able to knock out about 70 pages before bed and fin...
Rashad K.
What product works best?? waterproofing basement walls
Hi Bigger Pockets- What product have you used that works the best for waterproofing a basement wall?? It is a limestone foundation.
Jacob Elbe
How to resolve moisture in the basement?
Good Morning!I'm wondering what experience some of you have with different solutions for moisture in basements. One of my properties in Euclid, OH received a violation from the city during the inspection last year:"T...
Naga A.
Rats in Garage, Estimate $900!
I own a SFR out of state. My property manager has contacted me that a tenant complains that numerous rats and a lot of rats poops have been seen at garage.
The estimate for taking care of such problem came back with ...
Sam Leon
Laminate kitchen countertop
I have one unit due to be vacant in 2 months and I am planning the action list.The kitchen laminate countertop is OK on the top side, but the edge especially the rounded corners are peeling off and chipped.I think it ...