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I'm currently looking into a HELOC and wonder if the community can chime in. I am specifically curious about how an appraiser might value upgrades. In my situation, I bought a new construction home and closed on Mem...
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Hey so I am in the process of purchasing my first home it is new construction. I decided to get some upgrades on the property that I already paid out of pocket. The lender is now telling me that “ You can’t pay for se...
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In theory, can you BRRRR any property that needs small upgrades and isnt for sale at a discount price? For example, if you are looking to scale your portfolio with the BRRRR method but cant find deals that are discoun...
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I am curious to know how people run the math on a "facelift" for a buy and hold rental.In my case it is a $55,000.00 property. Considering up to $5,000.00 in upgrades. This is assuming that I am going big. Nice cou...
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I am interested in purchasing a property that could use about $8000-$10,000 in cosmetic upgrades (change carpet for laminate, retexture and paint walls + ceiling, upgrade appliances, upgrade countertops to granite, up...
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Hello just wondering how much value is to be found in updating know and tube wiring prior to refinance? Is there a rough estimate? Seems like a must upgrade. Thought everyone?
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Does anyone have experience buying a property with a cistern and vault plumbing system? Did you upgrade it to a well/septic? Thank you!
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What happened to the flip calculator? Once I upgraded to pro the itemization of repair cost went away... I feel as if I was baited and switched... Regards Leo Carrell
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We recently bought a 5-unit building on NW Kearney Street (right by the hospital) and have an opportunity with our largest unit (+/- 1500 square feet with a private deck and parking spot) to update from a 2/1 to a 3/2...
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Tenants just moved out after 6 years and looking to do some upgrades. Kitchen and bathroom are pretty much up to standards. What else do you think i need to look into?