David Humphrey
Low End Rehab Questions
Hey everybody,Had a quick question to gauge the opinions of BP. NO holds barred, let me know what you think.There are a large number of $12-15k properties in my area that need $10k worth of work on average. ARVs in t...
Milena S.
I can barely screw in a light bulb. How many people do I hire?
Hello all,I plan on buying single family and multi-family homes in need of rehab, and know absolutely nothing about the rehab part. So I'm trying to figure out how many people I need to hire and how specialized they h...
Patrick Philip
Looking for advice for Home Building Contracts with GC's?
I have done some flips, but never a new home build. I'm doing my first one with an "owner-builder" so pulling the permit is not an issue (I know how to do all the paperwork stuff).In the future, if I need a GC to pull...
Christopher B.
Am I missing something or is my contractor being greedy?
I pay $25/door to install std. Pre-hung doors, $50/door if they are bi-hinge doors. On Friday a new carpentry crew I'm trying hung 11 doors (8 singles and 3 bi-hinge) in 3.5hrs. So he made $100/hr minus $41/hr for his...
Jordan Thompson
First deal (Duplex) rehab and build - with pics!!
Hello BP! I've been a pro member for about 6 months now and am proud to announce that I have officially closed on my first deal - a duplex! The gameplan for this thread is to chronicle my progress through the rehab,...
Dan Beaulieu
35K Profit on my first flip! Before and After pics!
It is possible after all! After months and months of learning, I decided to dive in to the world of flipping. After a month of searching and offering on properties, I found the winner. I bought it off of the MLS (10 o...
Account Closed
Whats the most amazing inexpensive countertop on the planet?
Hello BP! :)Just closed, with a group of investors and myself, on a 50+ unit apartment building.We have to rehab the whole thing over the next 18 months and my GC and I have a small bet on the counter-tops.I believe t...
Gary Harris
WHAT"S THE RIGHT PRICE?
I'm seeking advice from the membership of BP! With all of the money companies are charging for education and mentorship (up to 50k) I want to hear your opinions as to what you think is fair. I know it would depend o...
Ryan Oneal
Found this informative. Advice from a home inspector.
Site - Does the ground around the house slope consistently away?- If there are underground drains, where are they going?- Are there any trees at the foundation?- Is there adequate drainage for retaining walls? Any cra...
Don Coumbs
Blue Collar or White Collar Landlord, Advice or Discussion
I'm a hands-on blue collar type landlord thinking about changing my business model to scale up my number of rentals. I would appreciate thoughtful input about how you decide on rental scaling and business modeling.Abo...