Cal C.
Need some help redesigning this room for a flip
I just picked up a house to flip and I'm not sure what to do with a design issue. Below you can see a short wall from the front and the back. The obvious thing to do is to simply remove the wall and that would give ...
Eli M.
Property's key points professional inspection
Dear BP family,
I really hope all of you are safe and healthy. Is there a way to professionally inspect a property and to know for sure whether there's structural damage and/or a leak in the basement, or dampness in ...
Ryan F.
Converting a Family Room into a Bedroom (Florida)
Those who are much more experienced, i’m seeking your wisdom.I’m looking at a property in St. Petersburgh that is already zoned as a STR and has a history of positive reviews.Good location but it’s only a 2 bed, 1 bat...
Ben C.
Wood frame question
Hello,
I have a newbie question...
So we completely tore off the roof and the second floor and sub floor (exposed 1st floor frame and basement is all that's left)....
Existing ceiling height is 8 feet. Could 2 foot...
Russell Holmes
Anyone building new construction with tilt-wall?
This is basically an information gathering post, some things I've been turning over in my head. I've got a few clients considering new construction and I've connected with an architect/builder firm so I have a good f...
Allyssa McCleery
CBS vs framework in Florida
Hello,I am a new investor and I am looking at duplexes in the palm beach county area. I have been advised to go for houses that have a concrete block structure (CBS) and avoid houses that are framework structured and ...
Will F.
Brick wall has long crack in it. Engineer, inspector or???
Hi we have a building that I'm managing that has a long thin crack in it. It could just need some sort of patching. I hope it's not something structural or that in the worst case the wall collapses.
I was wondering...
Scott Passman
Ideas for best way to put door on pole barn
I recently acquired a property that has a structurally sound pole barn in the back. Looking to rent it out as storage for additional income, but I need to secure it with doors first so it can be locked. The height si...
Jeffery Harris
Total gut for 1890 sqft. brick duplex
This question is for those of you who has experience in total gut and turn key on brick duplexes for long term rent. 3 brick duplexes purchase price $25k each. Average monthly income for 2Br. 1Ba. is $ 550.00. How ...
Andrew Fink
Experience with Chicago building permits and architects?
Hello! I'm currently under contract for a condo in Chicago and looking to complete a rehab. My plan is to put in a new kitchen, add a laundry room, add a shower to a half bathroom, and rearrange the bedrooms (this wil...