All Forum Posts by: Mary J.

@Stace Caseria. That’s not a bad idea.

@Yonah Weiss. Down there probably a small single family for our use, maybe even a 2 unit and rent out the other side to offset cost.

Hello! I recently stumbled upon BP and I must say I’m hooked. 😂. Listening to podcasts in my car and while I work. I’m from MA, live in NH. Bought my first 4 unit 15 years ago and have been leisurely acquiring some more rentals slowly since. I recently sold my company that I ran for the last 13 years and looking to focus more on real estate in a higher capacity. Just passed my RE license exams in NH! 🥳I’ve yet to jump on where to hang my license however. My goal is to learn as much as I can, network and of course buy more properties! I love great deals, bank owned, or buildings that need work. I’ve also currently been peeking at the market in Florida recently, for a winter getaway, so if any wholesalers or agents have anything cheap let me know! 😀.

@Patti Robertson. How sad! Well, at least you tried!

@Patti Robertson. I’m loving you right now! That’s what I was hoping to hear! They’re so lovely!

Got another question for you seasoned investors and I think I already know the answer but hoping I’m wrong. I’ve never bought a building that had stained glass windows and I recently picked one up that has some. Each apartment has one in each, and one in the main hallway. They’re beautiful! BUT, being a rental, wouldn’t I have to take these out to pass for a lead safe cert? Or will they allow them to stay? They’re fixed windows and don’t open.

@Jim K. Thanks for your thoughts. That would make sense. I found some scratches on the wallpaper so it apparent they did have cats, and I actually noticed a light spot on the floor in the other room too, so it seems someone tried to lighten another spot already. Seems a shame to paint them or cover them up, so I suppose I’ll call a floor guy and see what they think before I try lightening the spot myself. Maybe he can just replace the boards there and stagger them In.

@Edward L lauckern. I don’t know how old it is or what it is. I see another comment below that it could be cat urine. 🤮.

@James Gates. Thanks for the info. I’ve never heard of Rustoleum painted counters! I’m new to BP and love learning these cool types of hacks! Also, what software are you using for your buildings? That looks nice and much better than mine! Which is just Quicken for rental properties.

Cheers!

Mary-

Hello! Recently picked up a multi unit with hardwood floors. In one apartment there’s a dark stain (I’m guessing something spilled years ago). I’m going to sand them, so was thinking of sanding and then staining with a darker finish to help hide it. Unless there’s some other special technique someone knows about? Thanks!