Jeff Cliff
Decking material choice for rental property in coastal weather
Hello,I am wondering what makes a good choice for exterior decks in Seaside with our coastal weather with plenty of sunshine. My top three criteria in the following order.1) Initial Cost2) Cost & frequency of main...
Brent Zande
Material shortages giving anyone else a headache these days?
Material availability is becoming a serious issue. Shortages are impacting not only costs but lead times, too.
I've been finding some success in regularly communicating with my manufacturers and distributors as earl...
Andrew Beaver
Shot in the Dark: Real Estate Study Guide material
Good Morning All,I'm taking a shot in the dark with this one to see what happens. I've scheduled to take my real estate agent exam for Massachusetts on 7/26/2016. I've been looking for the following study guide and ...
Kirk R.
Gift Cards/Incentives - cost saving strategies for buying materials
What are some cost saving strategies people use to buy materials from Lowes/Home Depot/Menards etc.I am planning to close on a house on the 23rd of January. It needs 4 to 6 windows replaced. Windows total will proba...
Jennie Berger
How To Get: Chicago Building Materials Tax Exemption Certificate
Hello Chicago Friends-
In doing my own due diligence (which involves calling the city ;) I have not gotten a totally clear answer as to whether or not we would qualify for tax exemption with regards to the building m...
John Anderson
How has the increase in materials cost affected BRRRR?
Interested to hear about how the current rise in lumber, steel, etc. is affecting the ability of folks to BRRRR. Was at Home Depot and couldn’t believe how much prices have skyrocketed!
Brandon Gamblin
Mold and the relationship between humidity and porous material.
At what humidity level does sheetrock/drywall and other porous material become susceptible to mold?
Taylor Marie
Good reading material to start with..withOUT getting overwhelmed
Hey Friends!I listen to the Bigger Pockets podcast everyday. I get tons of suggestions from those on what books to read etc.Any suggestions on an order of the books to read? I am overwhelmed with all of them, idk wher...
Patrick Philip
What materials should I upgrade for higher end flips?
I like to do everything the same way. For this flip, I used:-Sand Beige 16"x16" tile from Home Depot. Cost I think $0.65/sq. ft. when I bought it.-Butterscotch cabinets. https://www.homedepot.com/b/Kitchen-Kitchen-Cab...
Anant Garg
Non disclosure of known material defect for residential property
Not sure if this is right thread to post this question. Let me know if that is not.This questions is related to residential property in california. As per California laws, seller has to disclose any known material de...