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Nicholas Joseph Duplex outside Indianapolis - Ridiculously high heating bill
8 February 2025 | 5 replies
If you have wall thermostats in the home you can also consider putting in a thermostat which limits the temperature the heat can be set. 
Lincoln Waite Paying utilities on a Multi-Family and it's eating all of my cash flow. (Iowa)
8 February 2025 | 22 replies
And I always thell the tenants you have your own thermostat and you control how much your heat and electric bills will be. 
Rene Hosman Ask a MTR professional! Author of 30-Day Stay answers your questions
10 February 2025 | 17 replies
It's a 3 bedroom house and we plan to use technology such as a smart lock, WIFI exterior cameras, and a smart thermostat.
Roger Creekmore First time home buyer - house hacking with a heating problem. Mini splits? 3rd unit?
30 January 2025 | 2 replies
One thermostat controls BOTH units currently.
Clare Pitcher 2025 PM Trends
1 February 2025 | 3 replies
Here are some trends that could play out, or further develop in 2025.Leasing & Tenant Experience AI-Powered Leasing: Chatbots and AI tools will streamline leasing processes, from answering tenant inquiries to scheduling tours.Virtual Tours & Digital Leasing: These will become even more standard, making it easier for tenants to rent remotely.TechnologySmart Property Management: IoT devices (smart locks, thermostats, etc.) will become more common, improving efficiency and tenant satisfaction.Property Management Software: Platforms will integrate more AI for predictive maintenance, rent collection, and financial reporting.SustainabilityGreen building practices and energy-efficient upgrades will be a major focus, driven by tenant demand and potential incentives.AI & AutomationAI will play a bigger role in tenant screening, rent pricing optimization, and even predicting market trends.Automation will handle repetitive tasks like maintenance requests and lease renewals, freeing up PMs for higher-level activities.I'm sure there are plenty more shifting trends that I haven't mentioned and that are sure to evolve over the next year. 
Adam Aero To renovate basement or not for appraisal?
1 February 2025 | 5 replies
If you’re below $275K, focus on high-impact upgrades like improving curb appeal (landscaping, fresh paint), refreshing the kitchen and bathrooms (new hardware, lighting), or adding energy-efficient features (smart thermostats, LED lighting).
Jerry Zigounakis First STR Advice
28 January 2025 | 10 replies
Personally, it’s something I always expect from a short-term rental, and it can have a huge impact on your reviews.To make things easier for both you and your guests, consider smart tools like locks, outdoor cameras, and smart thermostats.
Patricia Andriolo-Bull Thoughts on Host Tools
24 January 2025 | 10 replies
I've also leveraged their webhooks to automate additional things on my end like setting the thermostat to the appropriate temperature an hour before the guest check-in and turning it off after they check out.
Ed Lopez Excessive "Make Ready" Costs from Property Manager
21 January 2025 | 35 replies
Reattach thermostat(why was it off ) but it’s a couple screws.
Victor N. Tenant Refusing To Turn on Heat In Winter In Order To Save
18 January 2025 | 36 replies
I would also suggest using the manual round thermostats not the programmable ones.