I have a good ability to turn technology concepts into business concepts, reflect what it means financially, and present that information. 

A heat pump is used as an alternative to gas, so your concern about electric base-board heat is invalid...the entire heating system would be electric...Heat pump technology has come a long way and these things are good at providing heat to a property with a 3rd floor as long as your ducting is good...and more importantly, your R-value...I would look at 1)- better insulation, 2) extending the gas line and adding a gas furnace, 3) installing a PTAC unit, 4) Installing a mini split...or baseboard heat...its actually a really good heating source...and think more about hydronics...in my opinion hydronics is absolutely the way to go in almost any situation with boiler technology...Best of luck. 

Do one or both for the education and modify as you learn and build wealth -one thing for sure is it is not static  it changes with age, health, laws, technology, family situations, etc   Taxation, succession plan, estate plan, insurance etc may all play a role.

If they aren’t technologically savvy I then let them mail me a check.

@Joe GrazianoI don’t know if you found your answer or not but from a technology perspective, you need to get access to the MLS API and obtain a key to which could feed data to your site.

Just look at this forum itself - a (fantastic by the way) piece of technology built by real estate investors.Would love to connect with you as a fellow developer!  

Currently, I am looking for a wholesale investor/mentor in the local markets here that I can learn from and gain experience from.While learning from a wholesaling investor/mentor, I can provide the following services; sweat equity, technology services and any other additional tasks that they may need done. 

I would use the resources like yellowpages, google reviews, ask at a real estate investor meeting or maybe sign up for Angie's list and find the best HVAC company and installer who, stands behind the product, is willing to educate you on the right equipment and provide you a fair quote.Your investment strategy, and what the standard is in your area will dictate the price.I would look for the Highest seer, with a good warranty 10 compressor, 10 year parts, look for one with quiet technology (compressor sound blanket, motor mounts, Air handler blower motor, air flow designed for quietness) and ease of service for the air filter, air handler coil cleaning, overflow float switch, and access or instruction on drip pan tablets/liquid and drain line cleaning.What I look for in a HVAC installer is someone who is proficient and not on the phone or looking through the manual a lot.  

I have worked on financial technology systems designed to implement these policies.

Hi Folks, Thanks for the feed back...Jbeard I like to  use technology for research..so if you know of some solutions let post them so that i can research them...finding properties that are deeply discounted is the biggest challenge.