Between 2014 and 2021, we bought four multi-family properties in the Seattle area. Total out-of-pocket across all four was only $33,000. This was possible because […]
How we used a VA loan to buy 4 multi-family properties — with only $33,000 out of pocket Read post →
Five months after closing, we finally got the keys to our new place! We purchased the duplex back in August with plans to move into
Cherry Hill – Our battle with Bungalow Read post →
2020 – 2021 were big years at our Union Hill property, mostly due to COVID. It was a forcing function – we spent much of
Union Hill: What we spent to remodel a triplex Read post →
We’ve had a problem with moths for years. First, it was pantry moths. We’d see them flying around our kitchen, and we’d find their webbing
The odd place we found moths Read post →
As we wrap up some projects and prep for new tenants to move into one of our rentals, I thought I’d take a breath and
Looking back on our rentals in 2021 Read post →
We’ve started most renovations with the goal of enhancing the original features of the house. When we bought our CD triplex, we could not stand
Central District – Luxury vinyl plank vs. hardwood floors Read post →
After several years of basic maintenance, we got slammed with multiple expenses at our Delridge rental. And spoiler alert – it’s the unsexy things that
Delridge – Unforeseen rental expenses for unsexy things Read post →
I listed the lower apartment at Cherry Hill before we even closed on the property. Had we closed on time, we would have listed the
Cherry Hill – How to squeeze storage into a small bathroom Read post →
There was a lot of noise transfer at Union Hill. It was so high that the lower neighbors wanted someone they knew to move in,
Union Hill – Easy apartment soundproofing Read post →
Things have been a bit quiet over here because we bought a new house! That consumed my time for the better part of the summer.
We bought a new house! Read post →
