Marc-Antony F.
Coin operated washer and dryer
I was going to put a coin operated washer and dryer in my tenants unit. I pay the water and trash and tenant pays gas and electric. I was wonder if there was a potential problem with using their gas and electricity ...
Gary Alford
Help analyzing this 6 unit apartment building
Hey guys,I am looking at this 6 unit apartment building here in Norfolk, VA and just want to see what you guys think of these numbers. I wouldn't say she is super motivated but it still seems like this could be a pret...
Lisa Rechsteiner
Should we paint or just ask for lower asking price?
Hi guys,I am in need of help with my decision as to paint my kitchen cabinets or not. Would y’all be willing to look at this photo and give your opinions?I don’t want to hire a painter to do this. The quotes I got are...
Jeff Schaefer
New No Active Experience Member in Atlanta, GA
I've wanted to invest in real estate rentals for years, though no real means to make it happen.Now's the time... I believe rentals would be a good start, I'm not close minded where I wouldn't entertain other real esta...
Sandy Uhlmann
Stainless steel kitchen sinks: 50/50 bowl size or unequal bowl size?
I am putting new countertops in the kitchen of a rental property that I am rehabbing. I plan to put in a double bowl stainless steel sink but I am wondering if the standard 50:50 bowl size is still the way to go or i...
Terri Pour-Rastegar
Stop mildew/algae build-up on old vinyl siding?
I need to figure out how to stop this mildew or algae stuff that shows up on one of my rental house's older vinyl siding.
I end up having to pressure-wash this crud off at least yearly, but it really needs it 2-3 tim...
Stephen N.
Dealing with pet urine in plywood subfloor
I am rehabbing a house with pet urine stains throughout the upstairs subfloor. I was hoping that all I need to do is cover the plywood with Kiltz and call it a day. Before i do that though I wanted advice on whether...
Derek Scruggs
New member, looking for properties in Denver and Wenatchee, WA
Hello all,I own a townhome in Boulder, CO that I started renting out last December in order to come to Denver, which is closer to work. I'm renting for now, but I'd like to buy a duplex or triplex and live in one of t...
Cali Skier
Considering a house that was probably smoked in for 30 years
We saw a house yesterday that was probably smoked in for 30 years. The smell was very strong and the "white" walls were tan, lighter tan where pictures used to be. If we were to take this on, how do you get rid of t...
Alex Silang
What series of events can blow through 6 mo worth of reserves?
Not counting COVID of course.
Does anyone have a story of cutting it close? I've been fairly lucky myself. My expenses and vacancies are spread throughout the years.
I don't want to get cocky though.
Thanks!