All Forum Posts by: Matthew B.

Decided to go with single hung, double pane, vinyl windows by American Craftsman at Home Depot. 

In Florida, the probate documents filed with the court will have the address of the personal representative of the estate, which is usually different than the decedent's address. I send mail to the PR. I don't mention any addresses in my letters, just the decedent's name.

@Justin Stamper 

I'm looking in Central Florida!

I'm thinking vinyl, single hung, double pane will be my best bet. 

The cheapest contractor I can find wants $169 per window to install, which is more than the windows themselves. I may end up doing it myself. That whole "work on your business and not in it" thing tends to be really expensive.

I have to replace 32 windows in 2 duplexes. I'm wondering whether to go with vinyl vs. aluminum, etc. I'm thinking I should get the double panes for the insulation (hot in Florida), but only the single hung (tenants don't clean windows).

What are your thoughts? I'm trying to keep this as inexpensive as possible while still getting something that will last a long time for a rental property.

On a side note, anyone know of a good window installer in Central Florida? 

@Emiliano Gonzalez 

It's easy to get sidetracked on meaningless stuff. I know it happens to me. You just have to realize that in the end it doesn't matter. Focus on what makes money. When is the last time you saw someone post on this site about having a problem finding a buyer for an amazing deal? It doesn't happen. 

@Emiliano Gonzalez 

Find the deals and don't worry about the cash buyers. They will come to you. I see so many new investors posting about finding cash buyers and that's really not what they should be worrying about.

@Kyle D. 

I'm in Lake County, FL. I am the buyer. You don't need a buyer's list. Find a good deal and the buyers will find you.

Quick Update:

Exterior and exterior have been painted. Sod is down. Tile has been installed. Pool has been resurfaced.

Sod: $1,550
Paint: $4,400
Tile: $4,700
Pool Resurfacing: $2,000

Next on the agenda is replacing interior doors and baseboard, installing cabinets and countertops, and getting the painter back to finish the trim, doors, pool deck, and garage floor. I'll also start putting up ceiling fans and light fixtures, as well and replacing switches, outlets, and covers.

We will hopefully have this one finished in about a month.

I took some pictures today while I was at the property. It looks much better with the trees removed. The drywall is done so you can get a better idea of what it's going to look like.

I don't know if anyone cares about the expenses, but I'll keep posting them for now. Let me know if you like it and I'll keep doing it.

Drywall/Knockdown: $2,300
Electrician: $900
Pool Service: $620
Windows/Screen Repair: $390
Grading/Landscaping/Irrigation: Sweat Equity!
Master Bathroom Shower Prep: Sweat Equity!

Sod for the backyard is scheduled for Friday. The painter is schedule to start next week. We're picking paint colors right now. What would you guys suggest for a paint color with brown soffit/facia and light brown shingles? Also, would you paint the wooden gables the same color as the stucco, or keep them different like they are now?