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All Forum Posts by: George Kelley

George Kelley has started 11 posts and replied 134 times.

Post: Newbie from Dallas, TX

George KelleyPosted
  • Architect
  • West Monroe, LA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 16

Welcome to BP.

Post: New Guy From Houston, TX

George KelleyPosted
  • Architect
  • West Monroe, LA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 16

Welcome to the site, and good job so far!

Post: Newbie from Chicago

George KelleyPosted
  • Architect
  • West Monroe, LA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 16

Welcome aboard! Hope you find all you need for your investing help here.

Post: Flooring

George KelleyPosted
  • Architect
  • West Monroe, LA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 16

Jassem is spot on. One thing to keep in mind is the foundation of the structure. Is it a basement, crawl space, or SOG.  the nature of all wood is to expand and contract with the season, temp, and RH. That being said a wood floor is far superior to anything else IMHO. So putting a solid wood floor on a slap must be done very carefully and someone experienced in this area of construction. Laminate is more forgiving, it can be done as a DIY project. The steps are straightforward - many videos to help are out there. It is less expensive: so when worn, like carpet - just replace it. Another thing with laminate there are so many options out there as to the material itself. Wood, cork, bamboo - all come in various degrees of durability. Ask the experienced installers, and supply houses in your area, and they will help you to make the correct choice. All the best - it will be beautiful when finished.

Post: New member from Chicago suburbs

George KelleyPosted
  • Architect
  • West Monroe, LA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 16

Welcome to BP, and all the best in your endeavors.

Post: NEW achievement in my investing! Hired my first handy man...

George KelleyPosted
  • Architect
  • West Monroe, LA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 16

Very smart move Joshua. I have met so many owners of multiple rental units in my community that do it themselves as well. But, in this area, their thinking is driven by costs. They are just too cheap to let go of that dollar, and think like you - I'm going to sit back and enjoy the fruits of my investments - not labor. Can someone tell me why people think this way?

George Kelley

Post: Newbie from League City, Texas

George KelleyPosted
  • Architect
  • West Monroe, LA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 16

Welcome aboard - all the best in your investing & learning @ this great site.

George Kelley

Post: New member/investor from West Monroe, Louisiana

George KelleyPosted
  • Architect
  • West Monroe, LA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 16

Thanks Jon. Glad to be a member of the group. I will be using, and asking questions. I'm not sure where to start just - I am reading and listening for now.

Post: New member/investor from West Monroe, Louisiana

George KelleyPosted
  • Architect
  • West Monroe, LA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 16

Thank you Matthew. Yes I am exploring all the sources @ my fingertips. Truly amazing - must pace myself.

Post: New member/investor from West Monroe, Louisiana

George KelleyPosted
  • Architect
  • West Monroe, LA
  • Posts 137
  • Votes 16

Thank you very much Jeff. I am starting to look around, and read as much as I am able. By the way would it be okay if I get connected w/you?