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Probably should have started this earlier. I’m a few weeks in, but I’ll split the post up so that it flows a bit better than a giant long read.Been getting all sorts of RE education through biggerpockets and my local ...
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I am interested in a building with 3 comercial spaces, and 30 appartment units on top (around 34K sqft). The building needs a full rehab. It looks structurally sound in the outside, but it has holes in the roof, floor...
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Great Afternonn BP Fam! I've heard many approaches and I presume there is no right or wrong but I'd like some more feedback if yall don't mind chiming in;
1, Do you give your contractor a % to start the work, and if ...
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Happy holidays to all!Quick question. I'm being told that general contractors don't need a license in the State of Ohio ..and a Google search seems to support that.But.. also says some do need licenses? Can anyone cla...
Hello all, I am a long time lurker of the BP forums, but first time poster. I tried looking around for information on my question, but haven't been able to find a suitable answer. I have faith that the BP community ...
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I have a property that I manage and the owner is preparing for a deed in leiu. I might make a move to purchase it, can any one help me with a strategy to gets estimates on total repairs or unseen issues. As a property...
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Hey all, I plan on speaking to a handful of contractors today.What do you all expect the average cost of adding about 500sq ft to a single family cost around the Pittsburgh, Lakewood, Grant park areas essentially sout...
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Hey all,Trying to get a better understanding on how many rely heavily on contractor work compared to learning and doing it yourself? suggestions on particular areas of a rehab project to learn to gain a monetary adva...
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In a rental property, if you need to replace the water heater, which is better: gas operated vs. electricity operated? Why?
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From the standpoint of both the buyer and seller, how is the inspection report negotiated? My uncle in Green Bay, WI is selling the home he purchased brand new in 1965 in selling it. He maintained the home well, bu...