South central Idaho housing shortage is beyond painful.  I am pondering the impact that local builders have because they are contracting for builds 2 years out.  Since the contracts are between builder and buyer I won...

Hi everyone! I am wondering if anyone local to Tacoma, Seattle area would be willing to share receipts or cost information from contractors, and projects. I am trying to build a database of local rehab costs. The more...

I am located in Raleigh, NC. I wanted to know if anyone had a lender that is experienced in 203k loans. Looking to build that team out before I begin putting offers out.

Dear biggerpocketers, we are looking for a HVAC contractor to install a boiler heating system to a 17-unit apartment building. The building is in Cleveland, and ZIP code is 44110.Any good HVAC contractors here or if y...

What's the best way to find good contractors / plumbers  /electricians etc..?

Good morning all!I have 2 separate requests this morning.  First - i broke a window in one of my units trying to open it after it had been painted shut (tried cutting the paint first). Hoping someone has a contractor ...

Hi!I am a complete rookie when it comes to real estate. My plan is to become a contractor and rehab properties with my partner in Houston. However, there is no guide to becoming a contractor. Should I go to school for...

We are thinking of buying a plot of land building a house. I have heard that it is cheaper to build than to buy a home already made. Any advice and thoughts? Thank you guys. 

I have an opportunity to purchase land currently zoned and approved for 5 duplexes (or 8 SF).  It is 3 miles from a university and I am thinking of building student rentals, (doing the 5 duplex option).  My commercial...

Hello, I just recently acquired my first rental property in Pennsylvania and a friend told me I'm probably going to need to install railing. My first question is do I actually need to install railing on some of or all...