Have not yet made a purchase. However, my husband and I have toured several homes and found one that shows a lot of potential. It was built in 1900 and has lots of character that just needs to shine through the decade...

Question about the air return: Should duct work always be used to make-up the air return from the homes interior wall to the gas furnace? Can framed in drywall be used?Thanks.

I just saw this on a FB group. Thought I'd share for those that might ever need something like this. Thoughts on this? I almost needed it with my last guest.... :-)UNHAPPY GUEST response: Dear Guest, Home is where the...

hey all,I have a house in NJ, and the Tenant moved out after 4 years.  I have some examples of the condition of the house and wonder what is his responsibility and what is mine, because in some instances it probably l...

Long story short; a house I bought has fleas.  Lots of them.  Like you walk into the living room and at least 20 are on your pant legs.  I've fogged the house twice.  I've called in a professional, twice.  Anyone have...

There is some mold behind the baseboards due to water intrusion and I've been advised to remove all the baseboards and clean the mold behind them. I was advised to use a "biocide" but later I found that seems to be a ...

My contractor said these 9x9 tiles are most likely asbestos, and that as a homeowner, I can mitigate it myself much cheaper (with special containers from the city - not being shady)How do I find out for sure without o...

I have learned that having the right tools can not only save you time, but you can do things you thought were impossible. When I say tools, I am broadly including processes, chemicals, machines, etc. What are some gam...

This is my first post. I just bought my first property and it needs a bit of paint before we can put her on the rental market. I've always applied paint the old fashioned way - with a rolller and brush. But I'm thi...

A tenant just moved out (a couple) after living in one of my apartments for about 4 years. Good tenants, paid rent, didn't complain much. When they left, I walked through the unit and they left it in pretty good shape...