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How to handle unsightly cinderblock walls
Hello BP! This is my first post in the DIY section. Just a quick backstory:I have been living with my wife (Adries) at my in-laws as we finish saving for our first investment/principle property. While living here we a...
Mark Baldwin
Block Foundation w/ cracks and bowing walls
Hi guys. I'm from SoCal and in contract for my first deal - a 3 duplex package out in the mid-west. The inspection report came back and the block foundation for two of the properties are in poor condition. Some of ...
Bruce L.
Can I deduct from Security Deposit?
Hi guys,So my tenant just moved out of the place and wanted to get your feedback as far as what you all think is reasonable to deduct.Above are the pictures of damages caused by the tenant.Before Move-InDuringMove Out...
Casey McCoy
Small Multifamily outdoor space Use What to do?!
We just acquired a 6 unit building on a half-acre lot, in an awesome location. There is a ton of yard space on this lot and we took the trees down so we'll be relandscaping around the property here and there. The curr...
James M Bambrough
Where to live in San Diego
Hello, hope this is the right forum to ask this question. My wife and I have a goal to relocate to San Diego within 2 years. We are exploring areas and neighborhoods that would be a good fit for us. We have ruled out ...
Jess Archives
Out of State Newbie Investor from North Carolina
Hi all. I've been following Bigger Pockets for three years now. This community has been helpful to get insights on how real estate works. Because of which, I feel comfortable enough to soon purchase my first investmen...
Jesse S.
Horizontal Cracks in basement on Turnkey Inspection Report
I got the inspection report for a turnkey property I am considering buying. There was one item listed in the 'Major Item' section. See language below along with pictures:"Horizontal cracking on East side of basement. ...
Josh W.
Buying and converting an old commercial bank -- need some help!
Greetings BP friends,So, my business partner and I live in Los Angeles and we are in the entertainment business. We've decided to create a new business entity to combine our companies and scale up our services. We pro...
Catherine Ding
Turning over a rental unit with a smoker
Hi BP! I’m a new investor, looking at a potential duplex of 2601 sqft total (3 bed/1 bath each unit). The downstairs tenant has been there for about 10 years and is a smoker. Does anyone have any insights of how much ...
Scott K.
So sick of paneling and wallpaper
Every house I go into is a flask back to 1970. Didn't these people think about updating to get into the 1990's.
I would much rather have holes in the walls and bas paint jobs to deal with than paneling and w...