Archive for 'repairs'

When Is a Landlord’s Maintenance Emergency Truly An Emergency?

Emergencies

When you are a landlord like I am, property repairs and upkeep are just routine parts of the job.  Something is always breaking or in need of upkeep.  Tenants tend to think that their particular maintenance request is the most important and is always an emergency!  This article examines ...

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Foundation Repair: The Basics & 4 Key Misconceptions

foundation footer

When the words “foundation repair” are spoken, feelings of fear and nausea are often accompanied with visions of thousands of dollars flying out of your pocket.  I have met few people who get excited about foundation issues and paying to have them repaired.

Investors: Understanding foundation repair can make you money!

Here is my story:

Our family had flipped eight houses that ...

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The Unsustainable Wholesaling Business Model

fishy real estate dealsIt all started with a simple question. BiggerPockets.com founder Joshua Dorkin sent me an email with a link to the BiggerPockets property directory. It contained several wholesale listings in Phoenix. Joshua asked, “can you check them for me?”

After searching the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service and tax records I didn’t find anything out of the ordinary. The person that posted these listings didn’t own any of the ...

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Scrutinize Your Vendors

Cory Brewer

By Cory Brewer

Having a buddy who is a handyman, or a friend of a friend who paints in their spare time, is great…but trying to save a quick buck or two now could cost you, your brokerage, and your client a lot more down the road.

When prepping a home for the market or making inspection repairs, thoughtful consideration must be given to those who ...

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