We market the property at lower price and then discuss a sort of 'cost averaging' for that utility during lease signing.Here's another 'out of the box' idea - depending on your layout and climate - you may consider electric baseboard heat as a different option for heat, coupled with using window units for air....Jim

At least it is in cold climates.

There are those who are either too confident, ignorant of the product, or whathaveyou to wait until the property is priced correctly, telling the seller's, "Oh this must be the accepted market value", and thereby creating the climate we're approaching, where everything is overpriced due to poor buying practices.

You will lose more when it's vacant and you have to cover utilities, particularly in a colder climate.

Hello all!Long time reader and real-estate obsessor; first-time poster. I'm 30 years old living in Orange County, CA. The wife and i started early and purchased our condo 5 years ago, did very well on it and rolled it...

I need to get to know some contractors for sure.So I’m kind of looking to move to a warmer climate my wife hates the cold, so I don’t know when and if we will move, but I didn’t know if starting to invest into a rental before we move would be a good idea or not?

No snow in the area neither strong  warm climate. 

No snow in the area neither strong  warm climate. 

Not sure what the political climate will bring about but it looks a bit Leary. 

I know that water damage can cause major issues like rot and mold if not handled properly, especially in a humid climate like this.