Jennyfer Sakiewicz
Contractor vs DIY on a flip
I keep hearing that to become wealthy in real estate is "Don't be a flipper, be an investor. Don't even touch a paintbrush." Working on our first flip, we're doing most of the work ourselves. Yes, it's taking longe...
Nick Arenaso
How upfront should I be with a potential buyer about home flaws?
Hi AllI'm selling my primary residence FSBO. I am in a very desirable neighborhood and have gotten multiple request from potential buyers simply by word of mouth. The house is in immaculate condition aside from wha...
Anthony McCallum
landlord insurance for condo
I have a studio in a high rise condo. I'm trying to decide what the coverage limit should be for landlord insurance. The only things I can think of are appliances, kitchen cabinets, and bathroom fixtures, which brings...
Max T.
Turnover/make ready
About to wrap up what has become pretty standard for a tenant turnover. Great tenants left this one bedroom apartment at the end of July. I have the place rented before the old guys moved out. Did some touch up paint....
Mose Gebremeskel
Painting tips on a house hack
We recently just purchased our first property that we will house hack. The other unit - we are looking to rent out has stuff all over the way (I believe kids wrote on the walls and paint). Do I need to clean the wall ...
Eric Kulling
Cigarette Smell - how to remove?
Any tips on how to get cigarette smell out of house? I don’t smell it but a lot of potential buyers say they can and it’s not a good first impression. I think it must be in the carpet...maybe removing is the best bet....
Bryce Y.
Advice on Exterior Paint Color
Hey guys,
I need some help choosing the exterior paint colors for this house. I plan to paint the front door and shutters the same color. I'm not sure if I should use the same color for the soffit/facia/sid...
Tommy Cliff
Mold Problems
I recently discovered mold in one of the rooms in my house had come back, and it's worse than before. I have been doing more research into DIY mold removal, and most people advise using a bleach and water solution. I ...
Account Closed
Top Laws Michigan Landlords Miss
I regularly teach courses at the RPOA and find that there are a few laws that many Michigan landlords miss in their management practices. Here are the top 10 I observe: Not following Federally and State mandated lead...
Frances McFarland
MOLD
Hi Bigger Pockets Friends.....This is my first time on your web blog so I may not do it all right, but will just ask my question and see what happens. There is a Home Path property we are considering for rehab/resa...