I have some properties and I was thinking about ways to go green with them and in turn reduce the utility bills for the tenants. Would renters be interested in living in a property that was more energy efficient, wate...

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I've been hearing that many renters are not willing to pay more for properties with sustainable appliances and materials, but mainly consider the cost saving benefits in terms of utility use. So my ...

Hi All  -I am gut renovating a 2300 sq 2 family house into a 4 unit 4100 sq ft multi-family building.  I have the ability to start from scratch?  Assuming 3 units are about 1000 square feet and the fourth is 700 squar...

Any local solar ground mount or alternative renewable energy land developers out there?

A whopping 33% of the U.S. population lives in a rented apartment, and these apartments are power guzzlers. We can reduce their power bill by 2/3 with Green Retrofits and solar panels.

First, We Reduce th...

"Going green" has always been seen as a move that can bolster company image and improve environmental quality. As well, it can have positive health benefits for the occupants of a building.

However, it is also consid...

Increasing cash flow from your properties is essential for maximizing the returns on your real estate investment. Here are some ways to increase cash flow from your properties:
1.Raise rent: Regularly reviewing and i...

I am an architect and I have one property - I want to build a rental property portfolio creating a sustainable  (green) market place to help lower energy costs. This will be the basis for my ongoing income when I slow...

The real estate sector is undergoing a significant transformation driven by the twin engines of technology and sustainability. As the world becomes increasingly digital and environmentally conscious, these factors are...

New to bigger pockets forums. I thought I would give it a try and see what discussion will arise from a topic that is not common to this forum.

As an Architectural Engineer that lives and breathes construction, I w...