Hi all, I have a property built in 1980 with original windows that are definitely showing it's age.  I met with a window contractor (America's Best Choice) and the guy presented me the option of getting windows that m...

Good morning everyone,
     I was just searching to see if anyone has any tips to help keep utility costs down. I already had a buddy replace all high light bulbs in a 3 bedroom home and his last 2 electric bills wer...

Question for everyone in the forums. What is your experience with solar panels and how the bank handles them? I'm assuming these would be a lien on a property like any other lien? The only reason I ask, is they don't ...

Hi everyone, what are your thoughts on incorporating comprehensive Energy Efficiency upgrades into residential real estate sales and also investment strategies? For example, upgrading all lightbulbs to LEDs, appliance...

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...

My situation:

I own a triplex in Chicago, live on the first floor and rent out the upper two.

Cooking gas is separated for each unit, but a single hot water boiler heats the entire building. This last (...

18 June 2020 - Final completion inspection passed at our new build duplex! It’s been a long year of building, but our latest investment property is ready to rent. Here’s the story of how we designed and built our very...

Hi, my name is Chris and i am curious if anyone is doing any rehabs with Energy efficiency or Green products included? Also have you experienced any interest from buyers  in this regard.Thanks Chris

I have a home inspection coming up Monday for a 3 unit triple decker style home that was built in early 1900's.  It's been mentioned that it may lack wall insulation based on age and listing price.  While that sounds ...

Found a lovely 5 unit building today , on the corner of Pine  and Cemetery road . the cemetery itself is hard to see from the house , as it’s further down the road , but the road sign is  visible from every window. I ...