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Hello, fellow Michigander HouseHackers!Looking for recommendations on Home Insurance when househacking in Michigan, with a short term rental (STR)...I was surprised to find out that USAA, my longtime insurer, doesn't ...
I’m about to close on a multi family in west Humboldt park. 2 units with an unfinished basement (plan is to turn the basement into a unit)I’m on an FHA loan so I must live in one of the units for 1 year. But the thing...
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Hi BP Family.Was wondering if anyone has experienced a cracked tub? My tenant has informed me that her tub has a crack of unknown origin. I had a plumber come out and he is suggesting replacing the tub. Not sure if he...
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I have a house that I'm working on that has an addition on a pier foundation. I'm trying to come up with a way to seal in the foundation perimeter, similar to manufactured housing skirting. I'm trying to find out if...
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I have an interesting subject to share, not sure how common it is but I like it. I had an old timer tell me in his exact words (im 25) that you cant take a shit in xxtown without paying the "rich family name". From wh...
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I'm looking at a flip that has an unfinished basement. It's going to stay unfinished given its ARV and the comps in the area.
That being said, what have you done to make an unfinished basement more attractive to a b...
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I am getting ready to buy my first property and I am taking money out of my primary house. My banker is telling me to refinance to save the interest and a smaller payment rather than using a HELOC at a higher rate. S...
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I'm not sure how "creative" this is, but is there anyone out there doing HELOCs on duplex's? I have a great property paid off and I'm looking to grab some equity for the next deal. I've heard a few no's on my first ro...
Investment Info:
Townhouse fix & flip investment.
Purchase price: $70,000
Cash invested: $38,000
Sale price: $205,000
Property Investment Summary: 7672 Bernardo Dr, Riverdale, GA
This proper...
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Investment Info:
Single-family residence fix & flip investment.
Purchase price: $125,000
Cash invested: $103,000
Sale price: $425,000
Ah, the tale of 5035 Center Rd, Linden, MI 48451 – a stor...