Curran D Bishop
Old roof in CT question--asbestos
I'm considering a deal that has an asbestos roof that was put in in 1900. Given the housing stock here is older I'm thinking this group may have some experience with the issue (the deal is in CT):The roof is still ...
John Korn
Cost of exterior fire escape replacement
looking at a 4-plex with a 3 story fire escape in back that is in bad shape! Never had to price one of these out before. has anyone had the pleasure of having to replace one of these and how much did it cost? It's ...
Scott McWilliams
Creative offer strategy for distressed seller
I found a great 4/2 duplex opportunity in a neighborhood that is converting. I need some help coming up with creative offers that would help the seller get out of a sticky situation. First of all, the seller is the li...
Ed Osowski
New member (sort of) from Richmond, VA
Hello BP,I'm not precisely a new member as I've been lurking for a few months without introduction. That said, I recently went full-time in real estate and I figured I should say hi.I am originally from Vermont, moved...
Ben Stout
What's your secret weapon? Do you put something special in your houses?
I read a post a while back where a gentleman highlighted the fact that he'd put one of those natural rainfall shower heads in a unit of his and potential tenants loved the house. Do you have a special item like this? ...
Jennifer Goodier
5/1 to 3/2 Total Rehab Buy and Hold
Investment Info:
Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Asheville.
Purchase price: $62,000
Cash invested: $30,000
Remodeled a home that was slated for demolition from a 5 bd / 1 ba to a...
Edward Barnes
Buy and Hold Deal Analysis
So I'm looking at my first rental.5 BD / 1.5 BA, 1800 sq ft, circa 1905$67,000 purchase price, would bring $1200/mo rent based on padmapper, rentometer, mapliv, etc.. and I think that's being conservative. Taxes are $...
Brendan L.
Upfront repair costs canceling out cashflow for X years
I'm trying to buy my first duplex. I have one under contract, and I'm trying to determine the initial repair costs.I need to decide between keeping the slate roof and repairing year to year, or just replacing. I'm loo...
Felipe Munoz
In Need Of A General Contractor in Arizona
I'm looking for a contractor doing rehab work in Phoenix / Chandler/ Tempe/ Ahwatukee/ Gilbert Arizona. I'm new and looking for help with estimating repair costs on two properties. They aren't too far apart from each...
Casey Kooiman
Cost of Roof - Milwaukee
Hey BP Fam!Looking at a SFH in Milwaukee that has a ~20 year old roof. 1080 SQF Cape Cod. Any very rough estimates for a roof? I'll find a contractor soon but want to get a rough idea of numbers before moving forward....