We know the basics of PEX plumbing, bought some tools, and know how to tie into cast iron plumbing.

Even if the reserve fund gets struck down, the actual costs are significantly higher than what was estimated in measure b.I am convinced the only reason it passed the city council is because the city was grossly over budget for the next fiscal year and had to cut numerous services and raise numerous fees.  

Another effective option is a removable acoustic door plug—essentially a thick, custom-cut foam or dense fiberglass "cork" that compresses into the door frame to seal off sound when not in use.

This cuts your time involvement dramatically without the designer price tag.Ultimately, the goal is to balance aesthetics with efficiency and cost and it’s very possible with the right system in place!

No one will care more about your tenant placement than you.Most of them apply directly online and the applications has a screening tied in.

Cutting corners might save a few dollars upfront, but it almost always leads to significant costs and delays during review, construction, or inspection.

Hey BP Fam —I’m in the process of structuring a potential seller finance or subject-to deal with my neighbor here in Granbury, TX, and I want to make sure everything is done by the book and protects both parties.Quick context:Seller is elderly and very trusting, so I’m prioritizing clarity, legality, and peace of mind for herProperty has an existing mortgage at 4.375%She’s open to letting me take over payments, and we’re looking at options like subject-to, wraparound, or seller financeI’m not looking to cut corners or “hack” the process — just want to do it the right way, avoid trouble, and keep this deal safe, simple, and cleanI’m specifically looking for a real estate attorney in Texas (bonus if you’re familiar with Hood County or the DFW area) who:✅ Understands creative finance deals (SubTo, wraps, seller carries)✅ Can draft documents that protect both sides✅ Has worked with title companies that are SubTo-friendly✅ Ideally understands how to minimize due-on-sale riskAny referrals or recommendations would be seriously appreciated!

They no longer care about comps and most of their profit for the entire neighborhood might be tied in up those 2 homes. 

With that said, it would be more affordable for them if you just bill them which will cut out the additional fees, but with that said, then have to ensure that evenly split which is hard to do.We just went through this process for separating water utility at a duplex & was definitely a hassle (which I think was mostly from the plumbers that went with because they aren't as on top of permitting & got super busy.

I am going to have another post up with some of the best techniques that investors can use to gain builder incentives, upgrades, or even price cuts.