Bought my foreclosure last year and one of the items on the list was to replace the retaining wall on the end of the pool.  You can literally push a pen into the wood up to the barrel.  Not sure if I can just build a ...

I have a property with an old brick retaining wall that just does not look appealing. It's still structurally fine, but it's ugly and I want to make it look better. Can I cover it with some sort of stucco product or...

Hi everyone! I'm working on my first flip, about 80% completed with the project.  However, I've run into a bit of a blocker with the retaining wall on the left side of the house and the front lawn.  The wall on the l...

I absolutely love working with wholesalers that know what they are doing and are competent in putting together deals. Does anyone have suggestions where I can network to find more wholesalers, and any advice on keepi...

An abutting property is causing problems with my property due to the actions of a former owner. The property is now owned by a Trust through foreclosure, and they refuse to work with me. I want to put a lien on the pr...

Hi All - I want to hire a handyman to cover a 3BD, 2BA SFH + in-law cottage in Noe Valley.  Will be occupied by 1 adult and 1 child (the cottage will be vacant).  I'd like to hire a handyman who will be available for ...

Hi there So I signed up with DCReia (real investors) as a newbie investor because I wanted to learn how to get started and they seemed to have a good reputation in the area. I was told to pay a retainer fee because t...

Hello,What is a reasonable retainer amount without going overboard?     I am aware that attorney fees and costs can add up during a transaction (purchase of 2 RAL's in NH), but, should it start at over $20k?     Y...

Hello BP,
I'm located in Los Angeles looking for a contractor, structural engineer and an architect who specialize in properties on a hill. I need to replace a failing retaining wall (~10ft high) that supports a pool...

I am in a position where adding a mother-in-law suite to my primary residence in the Pickerington area seems very likely. I have attempted to find comps in the area and have not found any, I am wondering if that's bec...