We bought our Central District triplex in 2014 and lived in one unit for eight years. Here’s what we got wrong — from Airbnb cash flow gaps to skipping soundproofing in favor of trim.
What I wish I knew before buying my first triplex Read post →
It’s been quiet around here for a few years. I’ve had some significant life changes, and I wanted to share them before diving back into
A few life updates Read post →
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
How much does it cost to remodel a triplex? Our $145,000 breakdown 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
Moths in Your House: Where They Hide and How to Get Rid of Them 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
LVP vs. hardwood floors in a rental: why we chose vinyl 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 →
Our Cherry Hill apartment has a bathroom under 30 square feet, and with no drawer and minimal counter space, it barely had any storage Prospective
Small bathroom storage ideas: how we added storage in under 30 square feet Read post →
