Miles Stanley
Flooring Recommendations for SFR Rental - all areas
Hi all:
I would like to request recommendations for flooring in a SFR I just purchased that I intend to rent out. Looking for durable, low maintenance, but cost effective as well (like everyone else right?).
We'r...
Jason Robinett
Property Mangement Software with RUBS
Ladies and Gents,Its been awhile since I've posted, but plan on contributing more in the near future since I recently acquired a 4 plex. That said, I'm trying to navigate the best software options for my small, but gr...
Aaron Wyssmann
Pool Party Anyone? In the basement...
While inspecting a house today I found this The tenant I was speaking with of course said that it was his roommates and not his. He said, "he's had a couple party with some girls over." I bet he has.Needless to say ...
John Hanson
How to Finance
Early next year, I'd like to by a condo, probably in the $140,000 range. I will move in and possibly do a light renovation. I may stay there indefinitely, or I may move out at some point and make it a rental. Condo...
Donny Widjaja
Mold growing, who is responsible
Hi,My tenant just informed my yesterday there is mold growing on the bathroom wall next to the bathtub. From the picture that she sent to me, it seems like the mold has been there for a while. I contacted ServPro, a...
Talal B.
HUD home inspection
Dear BP'ers -
I am looking at my first potential deal and its a HUD property. I have obviously not dealt with HUD properties before and learning their cumbersome process to get the deal approved argh...
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Jack Henry
So what all really goes into rehabbing a water damaged house???
Hi All - So I have two rental houses in Houston. My property manager called yesterday and told me that two of my houses were under water. One had about 18" of water in it and the other had 48" in it. My insurance agen...
Nick B.
Underwriting apartment expenses - small properties vs. big ones
Hello BP!Are expenses per unit significantly different in small apartments (10-50 units) versus large ones (100+ units)?I came across a couple of listings for small apartments (16 and 36 units), where stated actual ex...
Jerry D.
Flooring Whats the Verdict. I refuse to put in Carpet!!!
On all the properties I have done tile so far. I do have some larger SF Homes that for resale I am not sure would be best. I am scared of Laminate because of water issues. Anyone used the plank linoluem that looks lik...
Shea Munion
Need flooring material recommendations
I need to replace about 2,000 sq ft of flooring with a grey hardwood look. I need your help choosing material and supplier. Hardwood and engineered hardwood are attractive for resale value and longevity. Engineered Vi...