I’m currently trying to rent out one of my vacant properties. Usually when an applicant calls I get all their information and ask them the 4 basic questions: Is your income 3x the monthly rent?Do you have a clean crim...

There's been a few houses come up lately around me that look pretty good for a rental and great price. Only problem is the siding is asbestos. 😱. Anyone got suggestions for these older homes with this stuff? Can vi...

February 4, 2017
Successfully bid on an estate auction property. Property to sold as/is, and will close in 30 days.

The clock is ticking. I have 30 days to either:
a. Find another buyer, and arrange a double closing
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This is my first time subdividing a property, and would appreciate tips. The subject property is on 3.4 acres, with the main home and a mobile home. The previous owner had attempted to subdivide, but the mobile home w...

Hi - in a different post, we shared names of local attorneys to assist with evictions, which got me thinking . . and since I'm in the middle of an eviction process (court tomorrow!) . . . I thought it might be worthwh...

New Chicago house hacker here, moving in and starting with a bathroom gut in my own unit. Doing as much of the work myself as I can. My 3-flat was built in 1905 and "rehabbed" in 2006. Should I get my materials tested...

I need some advice on this kitchen:
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B8DMu23KeE5yTXlBVE1ydjZ0Vms/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B8DMu23KeE5yNGlqbEF0bGdseUk/edit?usp=sharing
The agent I plan to list wi...

Realtors......why in the world would you use this as your lead picture? Please explain....... please....

Hello BP,

Does anyone put in their leases that the tenant is responsible for clogged drain lines? If the lines are clear when they move in I feel it would save a lot of headaches with them calling me. I would have...

We bought our home for $150k last year and put about $40K in renovations in and overhauled the entire home. The house is about 1,800 sq ft. Brand new homes in the area sell for up to $150/sqft but renovated homes sell...