New construction, Homeowner paid for all flooring and bath and kitchen tile materials up front 32k to flooring company, then paid 8k for labor to flooring company when half done, tile in showers 95% complete,flooring ...

Hello BP,I wasn't sure where to ask this question, but I am guessing someone here can help me. We've applied for a HELOC and our appraisal came in less than expected. The appraiser may have underestimated the square f...

There was some light rain for 5 to 15 minutes max. I wasn't on the site. I am not sure if my roof contractor is lying or not at this point. Today he took out the old 14 by 14 feet small roof and put torch down rubber ...

First thank you for your feedback and advice. So, we just purchased a duplex as an investment property and it needs some minor rehab. The 1st floor currently has wood flooring  that needs to be replace. We plan to ren...

I'm a first time homebuyer looking to buy a fixer upper that needs substantial upgrades but does qualify for a conventional mortgage. My main question right now is how to finance those renovations in a way that allows...

I’m working on a house with wood windows that haven’t been getting enough light and have rotted in some parts. Obviously every window person I talk to wants to replace all the windows on the house. However, I’ve been ...

I'm looking for suggestions for the cheapest, most pleasing natural material floor coverings. The house is a slab 3/2. I'm looking to replace about 800 sf of carpeting in the main living area (combo dining/living wi...

Hello dear BP members,We are rookie investors who have been studying the markets, talking to agents, property managers and fellow investors diligently since the past few months. After going through multiple deals and ...

I've recently been watching HGTV's Income Property. All I have to say is wow they really can turn around a place. But I'm thinking the estimates are a bit conservative? Don't think it includes all the design work and ...

I’ve got some design-savvy clients right now that are looking for a nice new home. We looked at several properties recently (practicing strict social distancing protocols of course, now that showings are once again co...