Ghost Buildings of 1929
By CHRISTOPHER GRAY

ALL over New York, projects that broke ground with irrational exuberance are topping out in uncertain conclusion. But others that are only in the planning stages have gone ...

I just ran into an issue with the city planning department for a rehab I'm doing where they are rejecting my plans for the siding because they said what I called out was "cheap and does not fit the character of the ne...

Hi guys so I was fortunate enough to close on my first investment property on Monday! It kind of looks like a duplex but it is infact a very small 4 plex with very small units (not for long though because I will be op...

Seeking advice on creative financing. I am trying to help Sister-in-law family buy their first home. Their income is around $50K last year. We will help them with their savings to make 20% down. Basically gifting so n...

We just finished getting our new duplex tenant ready in Richmond, VA. We're really happy with the rehab. In the process of our work, met all the immediate neighbors. They are owner occupants.  The house had been on th...

I purchased an older home (1900 era) from another buy and hold investor a little while back. It is a decent home in a great location. It is a buy and hold property and I plan on keeping it that way for the time b...

I just saw this on a FB group. Thought I'd share for those that might ever need something like this. Thoughts on this? I almost needed it with my last guest.... :-)UNHAPPY GUEST response: Dear Guest, Home is where the...

I’m just reaching out to see what others would do to this small backyard. There is a cement patio. However, the large shade tree has made it nearly impossible to grow any grass in the rest of the backyard. So, I’m lef...

I about to put my first offer in on a house I intend to fix and flip. Couple of questions for the pros. First, it's listed at 83 and I need to obtain it in the 75-76 area. What would you reccomend as my initial of...

How do you prioritize what gets updates/repairs for your rentals? Because there is a lot that could be done in mine (whether it should be is kind of the reason I'm asking), I feel a little hesitant to take action beca...