Would help if you stated what questions you had so people could reply right away.I have knowledge on HELOANs but not direct experience.

In efforts to get more experience with IOS, we are seeking a financial partner that potentially has experience with this asset class. 

I have experience with both RG&E and NYSEG.

However, for the right situation and learning experience I would not rule it out. 

Any advice or insights from your recent experiences would be greatly appreciated!

Your decades of experience have made you jaded. 

I have some experience here, and my answer will be it depends. 

Can someone share your experience or point me to the right place?

Quote from @John Underwood: Gas heat would require constant tank refilling and it would be very bad to run out in the winter.In my experience, if you have  325 or 500 g tank, you can top off in the fall and be good until spring.....Unless I guess you have a big house and are keeping it at 80d.... 

I typically don't comment on other's businesses unless I know from personal experience.