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I just acquired two identical, side-by-side duplexes and am starting to plan out my rehab project. I'm starting my focus on one unit, to figure out what works and does not work, and will hopefully then apply all those...
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I've been an electrician in Washington (the real one..) for 10 years, residential, commercial, and industrial. I've learned a ton from BP so this is me trying to give back with knowledge of something I know very well....
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Hello everyone. Short intro: My name is Vinh and I have been practicing as a pharmacist in San Diego for the past 3 years. I work in corporate retail and do not see myself doing the same thing 10 years from now. I ...
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The 2017 Cost vs. Value Data (http://www.remodeling.hw.net/cost-vs-value/2017/) shows that aside from the installation of attic insulation for no other home improvement project are the costs invested able to be recoup...
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Hello Everyone,
I own a short-term rental (STR) in East Downtown Houston and currently live in Austin, TX. I started operating the property in mid-2023. Initially, the business was cash-flow positive for the first th...
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My names Cody, I’m 20 years old and I plan on getting into real estate. I’d like to start with a duplex on an FHA loan. I will live in one side since it's an FHA. I’ve been snooping on this website for years and now I...
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I am a Pennsylvania (Philadelphia and surrounding area) investor and just made my first venture into Texas in the 76131 zip with 4 bed 2 bath SFH. Did a total gut rehab inside and the house is quite nice. But after on...
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In your experience for those who have at least done a couple CapEx Multi family investments, what has been your primary focal point when evaluating what to improve on a property to increase rents? Do you look at exter...
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Hey All! So I have very little background in construction or house repair. I also just bought my first duplex, but am new to the game. So here are two questions that have been bothering me and are making me feel timid...