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Whats the most amazing inexpensive countertop on the planet?
Hello BP! :)Just closed, with a group of investors and myself, on a 50+ unit apartment building.We have to rehab the whole thing over the next 18 months and my GC and I have a small bet on the counter-tops.I believe t...
Nathan Gesner
How do you deal with a mentally ill, problematic Tenant?
This is a long story, but I'll spare you the details. A tenant has been with us for four months and problematic since day one. She's from a particular state where people are known to be entitled and demanding and thin...
Alec McGinn
Would you ever buy a property without an inspection?
I’m about to purchase a property where everything has been replaced in the last 4 yrs (roof, furnace, AC, siding, windows, kitchen, floors, plumbing, ect.) the previous owner did all the work himself since he is a car...
Joseph Theriault
How to avoid the pissed off person calling about bandit signs?
Hello,So I get a call this am this guy claiming to be working for the city. He is completely lying pissed I put a few signs up. Telling me the whole deal it is illegal blah blah blah. I am nice but feel like telling h...
Gary F.
San Jose ADUs. Experiences to share?
Hello Bay Area BP folks and others. I've been wanting to invest in real estate for awhile. To get started with a low budget I've always thought an in law unit aka ADU, would be a great way to start. My backyard thou...
Jeremy Jones
How can a "subject to" property be sold without paying off the Deed first?
Today I listened to (and very much enjoyed) Podcast #70 today which focused on buying properties "subject to".One aspect that I feel unclear about: How can a property be sold without satisfying the existing mortgage D...
Alex Johnston
How to split bills with a girlfriend if you own 100% equity
I need some advice from any and all who have an opinion on the matter. Even better if you've been through the same situation. Im considering moving to Texas from Washington and purchasing my first duplex and house hac...
John Blackman
New Home Build End-To-End
@J Scott inspired me with his diary of a new construction project to do one of my own. So not to be outdone, I'm actually going to do two. This one will be for a project that we have recently completed. I'll add ne...
Karen Margrave
BEWARE WHEN SHOWING PROPERTY!! ARKANSAS AGENT MISSING!
This is mostly for the women on BP, but, it is wise for men too. There's an Arkansas Realtor that went to show a property and hasn't been heard from since. Missing RealtorAs an agent over the years I have heard these ...
Justin Westmoreland
Average Profit per flip
I'm wondering what is the average profit per flip. I attended a RE seminar and the guy teaching the class was saying he won't do a flip unless he makes $50k profit minimum. Which sounds amazing if that is true. I'm lo...