I recently bought a duplex with some fairly expensive deferred maintenance issues. None of the issues are of an immediate nature and I purchased knowing these projects needed to be done within 5 years. I'd like t...

Years ago another landlord told me he kept one of those stand up infrared room heaters around to keep a tenant happy until his furnace guy could get there to fix the problem if a furnace went out.Last night, while all...

We are house hacking with a mother in law apartment in our basement. It does not have zone heating and we were told it cannot be converted to that. So, we are looking for an efficient (energy-wise, because we pay all ...

Is anyone familiar with the ComEd and nicor or new construction energy efficiency programs that offer incentives and technical assistance to developers. The project is a mid-rise new construction.Do you recommend them...

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Hey guys,I tried to look around but didn't find an answer to my question, so here it is..When analyzing a SFR in Houston (Texas), how much should I expect the following utilities to cost per month?-Water-Sewage-Garbag...

I occupy 1/2 of my rental property, and rent out the other half. I spent $20K on repairs/supplies/materials & $20K in labor on my personal residence of the rental property.

I only plan on living here for 5 year...

Hey guys,I’m currently looking to put an offer in on a multi-family. The way it’s laid out is a SFH(2+1)plus a studio on one lot. As of now I believe all utilities are on one set of meters. So based on that scenario I...

Have a 4 unit multi built @1900.  Wood refinished floors have huge gaps/cracks, and they are layed over what appears to be what was called a subfloor in the Victorian era, which is wood which also has gaps.  From the ...

It looks like home depot and lowes have phased out all of their $5 economy mini blinds and are now trying to force people to buy these $15 cordless Mini blinds..

It my seem like a stupid subject but when I'm buying ...