@Elliot B.I doubt a energy meter based on airflow, heat - etc - of any variety - would hold up if challenged in a court of law - 

OK Thanks Chad.. yes now that you clarify that and I also work in the low value asset sand box but only to Investors who have money to turn them around I would never count on those owner occ's to cure at least at any large % to easy to  walk  and the properties as you mentioned many will be functionally obsolete and economically obsolete so they turn into your basic zombie house that local wholesalers go for ..

Trenching, utility connection charges and etc. add a huge cost handicap which makes the economics unworkable in almost every case. 

If you want appreciation, identify markets with expanding industries, positive growth trends, and bright economic forecasts.Columbus, Ohio is a great market to consider if you're looking for appreciation markets that still cash flow.

Also consider short term month-month leases on airbnb, renting individual rooms, month to month leases, just to get the cashflow energy flowing again.  

Local market economic conditions. 

I invested with ODC fairly recently for some of the same reasons many others have, Brandon, his positivity, energy and drive to succeed, ability to build a competent team, the network he has built, the communication and the investment structure the sponsors invested in themselves. ultimately, It is STILL our job as investors to monitor our money, ask questions and evaluate the sponsors' thru their reports. 

Quick tips…✅ Everyday Homeowners - track all home improvements as you could qualify for energy efficiency home improvement credit - new exterior windows, new central A/C, new hot water heater, new insulation material.✅ Investors - Keep detailed records of ALL rental property expenses to reduce your taxable income - helping your CPA spot additional tax saving opportunities.Imperative to use a CPA who is well versed in Real Estate tax code.My CPA is just that - DM me to get his contact information....

Neutral colors work well, and energy-efficient upgrades not only attract buyers but can also qualify for tax benefits.

He is enticing people into paying more than the minimum, it is no more complicated than that.Pay mortgage payment = 22 years of payments (in his summary)Pay mortgage + HELOC principal + HELOC interest = 9.6 years of payments (in him summary)There is nothing wrong with it, it is behavioral economics.