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Any advice for a newbie looking at desirable areas where houses are greater than 100 years old.? Specifically looking at a duplex. For those that buy older houses what are common things to watch for or lessons learne...
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What is considered a fair rate of return for private lending? i'm planning to do a BRRRR and friends of mine are interested to invest with me, but trying to decide what is considered a reasonable rate of return.
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I read a recent post on real estate agents in the Los Angeles area being generally rude. I know that's a massive pool of people to generalize, but it seemed like a few people were agreeing. This brought to mind the qu...
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Hello Rehabbers. I was wondering what drywall finishes you are using in your SF flips these days. Orange Peel, Knockdown, Smooth, Sand? I've heard that knockdown is the standard, but was hoping to get input from the...
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Hey BP,I'm rehabbing an upstairs unit of a duplex and wanted to put LVP. Does anyone have any recommendations of a good/proven underlayment to use to help dampen noise from the upstairs? I know carpet would be my best...
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If you have a duplex and occupying one side and renting the other, should you require the tenant to carry renters insurance?
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Hi Everyone,I just wanted to touch base on a subject that has been causing me some confusion when talking to financial institutions. I am starting to pick up rental properties but wanted to put them under a company n...
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Looking at a 1937 quadplex. What should I be concerned with regarding electrical, plumbing, paint (lead), etc.? Thanks much!
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I'm going to view my first potential flip project this weekend. I know the current price and have an estimate of the ARV. I was wondering if it is advisable to bring a GC to view the home as well to come up with an es...
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Hey guys,I hope you all are ok after the intense rain and flooding we experienced. What flood maps or tools do you like to use? I like the Harris County Flood Education Map Tool but unfortunately it's glitchy and only...