Scott McGill
Dual living rental property. Good idea or death trap.
Hi all, I've had a few investment properties that were already set up for dual living pop up but have passed on them until I learn more. The one I liked the best was a 4/3 having a 3/2 upstairs and a 1/1 down in ...
Ryan Thomson
Basement Conversions: House Hack Strategy Deep Dive
Basement conversions in Colorado Springs are a great way to house hack! Real estate investment strategies often focus on maximizing returns with minimal initial investment. In Colorado Springs, one of the most effecti...
Wayne Brady
Building an ADU in San Jose
Hello fellow BPers,I want to start a thread for those interested or is in the process of building an ADU in the city of San Jose. Let's share experiences with the city, utilities, etc!W
Heather Finley
I'm building and seek advice from seasoned investors
I have a single family house that I have just begun to rent out.
It's older and I don't want to keep it too long...but am glad the tenants are paying my mortgage (!). Yes, I did all the things I wasn't supposed to......
Al Ball
Should I add a second story apartment?
I have a small house with upstairs potential in a "good" neighborhood. Really, my interest in having an upstairs apartment would be to rent to family, but I don't want to make a terrible investment decision. What are ...
Kristen Haynes
Which Remodeling Projects give you the most bang for your buck?
The latest Cost vs. Value report is out
Posted on: May 9, 2024
Last Updated on May 9, 2024
The 37th annual Cost vs. Value report has just been released and it’s full of good information for those thinking about...
Alexander Ball
Is it worth repainting my walls platinum white? (see pictures)
This condo was built in the early 70s and as a result doesn't have the most amazing lighting. Additionally the current paint color is a weird off white (see pictures). Right now, I'm seriously considering going thro...
Jody Powell
Adding an ADU to an existing rental property
My wife and I own a rental property that currently has about $200k equity. We are considering pulling equity (HELOC) and adding an accessory dwelling unit in the back yard.
Our reasons for going this route include t...
Ollie Oak
Code enforcement for an unpermitted dwelling in Long Beach
I closed up a wall and added a kitchen to existing square footage to make a one bedroom rental apartment in a property I own in Long Beach that is zoned for single family. One of the neighbors filed a complaint with t...
Riley Herr
Do we renovate a 1930s home, or keep the charm?
My boyfriend and I recently came across a beautiful 1930s home that is all original, right down to the furniture. We’re talking light greens walls, wood paneling here and there, and wall paper. We will buy it through ...