Benjamin J Paoletti
Age of Multi-family buildings in Chicago
Many of the multifamily properties listed in Chicago (in the $400k-$600k price range) are built between 1890-1920. I noticed many of these foundations have settled, cracks in plaster, dips in the flooring, etc. If the...
Jana Malveaux
Newly Built home built on collapsed sewer line
Old house was torn down, Brand new home was built. Construction company wanted to push back home to avoid a tree. New home was built further back from its original location. Foundation still under warranty. Walls, wal...
Shawn H.
Pier foundation
I'm considering a house with piers for a foundation rather than a crawl space. Does any one have any experience or knowledge about this type of foundation? Any common problems? I haven't seen the foundation yet, I am ...
Dan Sokol
Shipping Container Homes
I've been converting shipping containers since 2010 and have complete 14 containers to date. Expert at utilizing small spaces as I was a interior contractor in NYC.
David Siegel
In escrow with foundation conundrum
We are in escrow and our inspection contingency ends on Sunday, Feb 6. We had our home inspection on Thursday, Feb 3 and the inspector included in his immediate recommended improvements:"Substantial foundation crackin...
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Are modular homes a good idea?
Hi Guys,I'm looking to buy a new property to live in. I found out about modular homes recently and the whole concept intrigues me. What do you guys think ? Pros and cons? Thank you.
Gabrielle Simmons
Palm Springs CA market
Hello all, my friend inherited a home in California that she needs to part with but doesn't want to sell on market. I'm not into wholesaling so I'm just seeking advice as far as the numbers go to help get it sold for ...
Anas B.
Price of Fixing Foundation Issues
Hello all,
I purchased a 1,800 sqft one-level home that has foundation issues. Apparently, the old owner built an addition and deck without flashing at the deck connection. FWIW, the home is built on a slope.
Multi...
Rusha Jayasuriya
Foundation Problems on Long-term Buy and Hold
I have a potential deal on an SFR for long-term hold however I think there might be foundation issues. The house was built in the early 70s so at that age foundation problems are likely. HCAD also has given it a bui...
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Need help with split level homes
We have looked at about 4 split level houses recently and all of them have had mold and moisture issues in the downstairs area. We then started thinking about it and remembered a few split levels from last year that ...