Lowell Bailey
Modular/prefab Home vs. Custom building options?
Hi All,My wife and I are planning to subdivide a property in Chittenden County, VT which will result in a 1.5-acre building lot. Upon some initial research, it seems like a modular home might be the right option for ...
David Krulac
New Hot Water Heater Regulations April 16, 2015
New Water Heater GuidelinesNational Appliance Energy Conservation Act (NAECA) - On April 16th, 2015 the NAECA will require all manufacturers to make new water heaters to comply with the new standards. The change ...
Rommel Pascual
Rebuild an old house to New Home Spec
I've been entertaining the idea that it might be more cost effective to build a new home out of my already existing home than trying to buy a new home. I'm curious if anyone has had this experience and what would the ...
Trevor Rockhill
Millennial investor in Dallas, Texas
Hi all! I'm excited to be here and I hope to this becomes a community I grow to actively participate in and contribute to. For a bit of introduction, I am a mid-20 something living in Dallas, TX and I currently work a...
Brian Bakerman
Pros/Cons of ADUs on an investment property?
Hi all -- I'm trying to understand why more people haven't built ADUs on their investment properties. The rough math says they could themselves be up to an 8%+ yield.
Michael Campione
Energy Efficiency
Hi all,
About a year ago we purchased a 2 story 2000 sq house in Garland, Tx as a rental. Got a great price but put about 25-30K in upgrades including new A/C, water heater and appliances. The house is all electric an...
Petra M.
Claim energy rebate for replacing HVAC unit?
I'm replacing an HVAC unit in one of my rentals and want to get the energy rebate. My local utility requires the following: Active Energy Customer Account NumberTax Assessor Property IDAny ideas how a landlord can fi...
Timothy Cervantes
Buy home and assume SOLAR LEASE?
We are in escrow to purchase a home which has a leased Solar system with Vivint. The lease could be assumed if I pass their credit requirements but I DO NOT want to assume this lease as it does not make financial sen...
Matthew B.
Replacement Windows for Multi-Family Rental Properties
I have to replace 32 windows in 2 duplexes. I'm wondering whether to go with vinyl vs. aluminum, etc. I'm thinking I should get the double panes for the insulation (hot in Florida), but only the single hung (tenants d...
Doug Trumbull
Operational Partner Ownership Percentage
My partner in my multi-member LLC will be performing many of the maintenance/management activities. In the state of Georgia, is there a minimum ownership percentage required to allow him to manage the property? I figu...