Kyleigh Morgan
Permits: how important are they?
Ok I know no one on here is going to tell me to break the law, so if there is something you can’t share with me on here publicly, please message me privately, but my question is about permits. How important are they t...
Ally H.
Any Contractors Experienced with Basement Conversions?
Hi BPers! I need some assistance with locating contractors or firms that have experience with finishing basements. Here's the background information: I have a property in San Jose, CA that has a basement. The previous...
Peter Zoltowski
Philadelphia Tax Abatement Question
Four years ago I purchased a property in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia for $20,000. The home had been well maintained but was (and still is) in a rough area. In my spare time I’ve removed dated wallpaper...
Sana Tan
Occupancy Inspection Checklist
Hi, I am getting my first unit ready for rent. I have to obtain an occupancy permit by having the city come over and inspect the property. I'm not sure what to expect. Is there any way I can find an inspection checkli...
Tyler Munroe
New MA ADU law can be a gamechanger!
I'd love to get more conversation going about the new MA ADU law going into effect Feb. 2nd. This provision, through the Affordable Homes Act, make ADUs legal BY RIGHT in any single family zoned property in the state....
Chris Seveney
New definition for accredited investor
SEC published new guidelines for definition of an accredited investorhttps://www.sec.gov/news/press-release/2020-191
Tom Harkins
Egress basement window - Maryland
Has anyone installed an egress window in Montgomery County, MD and could share their experience? I am looking to create a legal bedroom in the basement of a SFH. It will involve opening up the foundation (currently a ...
Jennifer Wilson
How Will Fannie/Freddie Resort Condo Guidelines Impact Market?
As of today, Decempber 7th, 2020, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac put out new Resort Condo Guidelines that determines if a condo project will be considered ineligible for their standard financing options. From the rough o...
Ryan Bird
LLC with a majority interest an exception to due on sale?
I wanted to buy a property through a newly-formed LLC so was planning to take the commercial mortgage route. My mortgage broker told me that a conventional loan is another option as due on sale is no more an issue as ...
Josh Thomas
Baltimore Multi-Family Building Code / Inspection Procedure
I am new to the area and closing on a vacant multi-family home (3 units) in Baltimore city. I have quite a few questions how to make sure it is a legal rental. Any help is appreciated!1) The bottom unit is in a baseme...