Brennen McConnell
Buying vacant lots on which to install modular homes from China
I'm wondering if it would make sense to source modular homes in China and have them shipped to and assembled in markets like Memphis, Atlanta, Birmingham, and other where you can buy vacant lots with utilities for as ...
Malik Javed
Special Depreciation Rules for Short-Term Rentals (STR) and Long-Term Rentals (LTR)
The most recent data show that record momentum continues for the residential rental industry especially for the short-term rental industry, with year-over-year bookings now exceeding pre-pandemic levels.
The complexi...
Paul Choate
Opinions about ductless mini split heat pump systems
I am tired of buying window air units. I generally buy and hold SFRs built from the 1920s-1960s. Most do not have central heat and air systems. I have put in a couple full central systems and it has been too expensive...
Stephanie Anson
How would you change the curb appeal of this home?
So I just got this home under contract. It is in a great location and neighborhood. Only problem is this weird looking garage. Any ideas on how to improve this curb appeal? Any ideas would be appreciated!
Jackson Howell
To make the first deal, are you willing to pay a little more
I've been working to find and make my first deal happen. With the numbers still working, but tighter, are you willing to pay a higher price to make that deal happen?
Brian Pulaski
House Flip: How I Analyze a Possible Deal
Bear with me, I am new to this style of post. I like offering up suggestions, opinions, information, etc on other threads, however I have never started a post simply to share information. As with any/all information y...
Bienes Raices
Lead paint and rewiring (rental built before 1978)
I've been to see an REO that's been sitting on the market (built in 1970). It's in reasonably decent shape but it does have aluminum wiring, which I would need to have replaced for insurance (and safety) reasons if I ...
Omri Liba
Due Diligence - Areas of Research
Hello all,I've started compiling a list of issues to check for when performing due-diligence for a performing-first lien note. I am aware this list should only be used as starting points or "areas of research" towards...
Eli M.
L&I Inspectors, fines and permits
Dear BP family,I am investing in Philadelphia, PA (Philly) and I heard that the L&I inspectors recently became very active and give out many fines and demand many permits.I was wondering, what exactly requires a p...
Mike Stefanelli
1st time buyer needs exterior work advice.
Hello BP community!First time home buyer here. I am buying a house to live in, fix up and either sell or rent out in the next 2-5 years. I had an inspector look at the home and it looks like it’s going to need a new r...