Carrie Giordano
Mold Remediation- Do it myself or hire out?
I am closing on a rental at the end of the month. In my inspection there was mold found in the attic as well as a small amount in the basement. The inspector said both were pretty minor but I should have it checked ou...
Dan C.
is it important to replace a gravity (octopus) furnace for safety?
BP furnace experts - do you consider it important to replace a gravity furnace (often referred to as an "octopus") for safety reasons?
A duplex I've had for eight years has one of these. I do make certain t...
Alex Dutton
Is HoA responsible for trimming a tree?
I own 4 of 6 units in a three building multifamily (two units per building). The HoA agreement has been lost to time and I'm not excited to renegotiate. There is an oak tree whose limbs are encroaching on the rook of ...
Pandu Chimata
Getting rid of smell
Hello Team, i am about to buy a property that is has very very strong smell inside. It looks like several cats were there for a long time. Unless I clean the smell, we cannot work there. Currently all the doors and wi...
Luke Salela
Looking for advice on markets to invest in Illinois IL
Hi everyone, wanted to reach out as a new investor looking for advice on what markets (cities) anyone investing in IL would recommend for someone looking to buy multi-unit properties from 2-4 units. I am located in Na...
Brandon G.
Smoke Smell
I'm looking at a property now and there is a terrible smoke smell. The bigger problem I see is they've just repainted which in my mind makes the matter worse. Can someone confirm this? How would one go about dealing w...
David T
is there a loan that does not require flood insurance?
i currently own a property that is considered to be in a "flood zone". i dont consider it to be a flood zone myself as there is a small stream in the back yard that is not tidal and it has not flooded during irene, sa...
Dana R.
When to post rental on Zillow?
Do you post your rental on Zillow right away or do you wait?From my previous experience, the most activity for views and inqueries happen in the first few days after you post a listing for rent on Zillow. But, then th...
Paul Winka
Hardwood floors for newbie DIYer.
A rehab is nearly done and the occupancy permit will be granted shortly afterward. I still have to take care of the hardwood floors and paint after moving in. The painting shouldn't be too bad, but about those floors,...
Carlos Flores
Obama wants to convert HUD/VA homes to rentals
Obama administration's proposal to sell tens of thousands of foreclosed properties owned by government-backed entities and then convert them to rentals gets mixed reviews.
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB100014240531...