Hello all,I once again call upon the collective input of the BP community for my latest project.I plan on completely renovating the downstairs unit in a duplex we own. In my opinion the floor plan is terrible and the...

Hi BP!I am new and have a few questions. Bear with me here and apologies in advance for this suuuuper long post!I would love feedback, advice and constructive criticism!So, I've been trying to analyze homes for my fir...

I've got a question about appliances. I'm getting my first property ready for rental in the Houston area, and a contractor who works with a lot of investors told me that I didn't need to put in a refrigerator. He said...

My tenants have been in the unit for 4 years and they're moving out soon. The walls were professionally freshly painted before they moved in and now they're thrashed. Every single inch (or it feels like that) of the w...

I’ve been reading the BP blogs and books, and listening to all the podcasts over the past few years but have rarely posted. I wanted to finally share my real story and get more involved here on BP …. sorry it’s a bit ...

Anyone have any experience with the cost and options to level sloped floors in an older pier and beam house?

Hello!Recently purchased multi-family and was told by the inspector that the landing structure at the steps isn't attached well to the house and it must be properly secured to the structure to prevent collapse. Not su...

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I'm currently evaluating a deal where the property needs structural repairs.

People always advise against getting involved with structural work but I think I can gross about 2k a month in rental in...

Hi everyone! My name is Esi and I am just getting into the world of real estate. I came across a deal that has foundation issues. It was priced below market value and I would still be doing further negotiations if I w...

Hi BP, I am looking to start REI in Pennsylvania. I have been in the learning stage for a couple of months now, reading books, researching online, and listening to podcasts. Also working on my credit and saving up mon...