Stephen S.
Duplex with common-utilities ?
Let's start by assuming that I have a duplex with utilities which cannot be separated. So separating the utilities is not an option in this case.How can I handle the utility costs?I can add secondary meters and then ...
Lior Elul
Retention pond around the property
HiI am interested in a property that has a retention pond in the backyardI wanted to ask you about risks, benefits, and everything that comes up to you from your experience with the subject if anyone has experience wi...
Craig Coulson
House inspection checklist
I've looked on BP for a checklist of things to look at when I'm looking at a house. I haven't been able to find one so I've created my own. I'd like feedback on it (including where to find a better list). I can't f...
Brittany Puzar
Basement Dig Out in Philly worth it?
Hi! Currently getting quotes from contractors to expand and finish the basement in my south philly row house (east passyunk). We have a portion of the basement unfinished with 6' clearance and a portion that is crawl ...
Henry Clark
Industrial/Flex Property- Day in the Life, Building a Flex Prop
Primarily do Self Storage. As I have looked around several cities, I have come across Industrial Flex, Contractor Garages and Contractor Incubator buildings.We have 4 acres set aside on a 4 lane road with 15,000 Vehi...
Santhi Mani
Question about inspection for a 1950s house
What are the various inspections commonly done for a house built in 1958, apart from the general inspection? This house has a basement. Thank you so much!!
Carlos Lez
How do you address constant minor maintenance issues
I have been doing student rentals for a long time. I have single family homes with students renting by the room. With students there is bound to be maintenance issues perpetually. I have been handling these myself as ...
Steve W.
Investing in Areas With A History of Natural Distasters
To buy and hold investors in natural disaster zones - such as hurricanes impacting Houston TX or panhandle of Florida (Pensacola was hit this year by Hurricane Sandy), how do you account for this risk in your investin...
Molly Morlino
Opinion: Do we need a dishwasher?
My husband and I begin construction this weekend on what we have termed "little houses" in Kyle, TX. They are one bedroom, one bathroom, 450 sq ft SFH for rental investments. We're at the point where we're wondering i...
James Brand
Philadelphia/Pennsylvania: Shower light fixture
Hey BPI have seen recessed lights above shower in home after home in Philly. I assume the circuits for these lights are GFCI, but I have also heard that a recessed light above a shower is not up to code. I can see why...