Samuel Ogunyemi
Pulling a Permit for a remodel
Hey Guys, Just a question, would you pull a permit for a basement remodeling project? here is the back story. I am looking to remodel an entire basement, with the help of a neighbor, who works as a contractor, and has...
Account Closed
knowledge makes going forward easier
Didn't know where else to put this.
First: a thank you to everyone here for sharing your experience, time, knowledge, and wisdom. You do your best to keep us newbies on track, and I greatly appreciate you.
My offer ...
Alex K.
Buying my first home as a house hack near Los Angeles
Hello everyone on bigger pockets. I am about to enter into a purchase contract for a home but I was told by my agent that 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom is unpermitted. I love the idea of having a extra bedroom to rent out...
Johnny Diamantas
When additions weren't permitted
Hello All,
This issue has come up many times for us when evaluating and comping our leads.
Let's say I get a call and seller tells me the house is a 4/2, 1200 sq ft and I confirm by viewing the property. However, th...
Ryan Lee
Public Record bedroom number is different than the advertised bedroom number
Public Record bedroom number is different than the advertised bedroom number.For instance, Public record and tax assessor says 4, while advertised bedroom number on MLS/listing is 5.The listing agent insists that the ...
Udaya P.
Sunroom - Appraised value
Does anyone know, how the sunroom will be valued for "appraisal". Does it add to the sq.ft of the house ?If not, how is the value of sunroom calculated/added to the overall house value/appraisalThanks--uday
Susan Capeta
add rooms
I want to buy a 2 bedroom house and turn it into a 5 bedroom in Los Angeles, any things I should watch out for? I think turning it into 5 bedroom will help me make more money from the sale..
Tim Kaminski
Frustrated DIYer with Permit Issues
BP,Located in St. Petersburg, Fl. Am under contract with a single family home that I plan on adding a bedroom to. I work for a construction company and am quite handy, but county is saying I can’t do any work on these...
Zasha Smith
Hawaii Flip made $100k each
Investment Info:
Single-family residence fix & flip investment.
Purchase price: $850,000
Sale price: $1,250,000
Off market owner was in financial distress and walked away with $200k after all his...
Ryan Horne
Unfinished Basement Question
My partner, @Michael Davis, and I went and walked a house today with a contractor. This will be our first house we are looking to flip. This house is listed on the tax records as a 3/2 with 1275 square feet with a 127...