Samuel Mallery
Estimating Rental Property Expenses -- Baltimore Area
I am looking at purchasing a home in Baltimore -- Federal Hill Area (Open to other areas that would be good for commuters, if there are any suggestions)I was wondering if anyone who has experience in this market can h...
JD Barrera
I have some questions on removing Popcorn Ceilings
I'm in the process of closing on my first home which will be my primary residence and I'm looking to take advantages of the "house hacking strategies" by: 1) having a friend move in and pay some rent and 2) general up...
AJ Smith
Picking Renovations to Increase Cashflow
What renovations are your best bet for raising your property to market rate rents?I had an "Aha!" Moment while analyzing Minneapolis multifamilies with below market rents today: "the right renovations will pay for the...
Jessica Franco
DIY Formica countertops
Does anyone have tips on DIY installation of Formica countertops? I'm thinking of grabbing a slab or two from Lowes or HD to replace current 20-year-old green laminate countertops. I have the time, for now, so plan on...
Zoran M.
Painting whole house w/ spray gun -- ceilings, wall or trim first?
I recently signed a contract to purchase 3,200 sq. ft. duplex. In order to stay within budget I intend to paint the property myself. Given the size, I will be using a Milwaukee Airless Paint Sprayer ($249 at Home ...
Jeff J.
getting rid of the smoke smell?
I have an apartment that was completely painted and a new carpet put in a year ago. The tenant is moving out and was a HEAVY smoker. I will be washing the carpet but can I get the smell out of the apartment wit...
Giulio Brandi
Property Analysis and Tour - was my thought process clear?
Hey there,I'm still a total beginner in REI, and while I don't want to get stuck in analysis paralysis, I'd like to offer a step-by-step analysis of the first property I've looked at. I don't think I'm going to go ah...
David Torres
Critique my first Deal in NM
New member here closing on my first SFH rental in less than a month. I have run the numbers several times, but I wanted to get a second opinion to ensure I am not missing anything. First off a little bit about...
Evan O'Brien
Calcualating Rental Income from STR’s
When you’re calculating the potential rental income for a STR property is there a specific approach to take? Recently I’ve tried estimating daily rates to charge for STR’s using the enemy method (estimating the daily ...
Eric Carlstrom
Reservations on a 1940s House as long-term rental
Hello everyone,Under contract on a 1940s home in Oklahoma City that I plan to use as a long-term rental.The inspection will be completed on Thursday, but wondering what reservations come to mind for the general public...