Colin Olsen
Will programmable thermostats deter renters?
My wife and I recently purchased a three-flat in Berwyn and are house hacking for at least the next year. The property has a single furnace, so we cover gas and heat for all three units (which can get pricey in Chicag...
Account Closed
It's cold in Cleveland!
It's an odd feeling to realize you're excited when the temperature is in the positives. The dogs wont even go outside...Being inside is definitely a perk to investing, I've done my share of outdoor labor and let me ...
Chuck E.
Tenant Complains AC Not Cooling to 68 degrees, Outside Is 114 degrees
This issue has occurred several times at different properties: tenants complaining that the AC isn't cooling to a ridiculously low temperature when the ambient temp is about 40 degrees warmer. My response has been tha...
Dawon Irvin
Easy Steps to Increase Energy Efficiency in Your Rental Home
Improving energy efficiency not only helps the environment but also puts money back in your pocket. Let's explore budget-friendly tips to make your rental more energy-efficient and sustainable for the long run.
1. Se...
Sohil Shah
Tenant complaining about HVAC
I have a tenant complaining that the AC is not cooling when the temperature get around 90 degrees but it cools in the morning and the evening when the temperature is lower and also the walls are sweating for some reas...
Nicholas D.
Mini Splits in New England
Hello guys and gals,I am currently in the process of purchasing a 7 unit complex (built in late 1800s). The building consist of 4 studio units and 3 single bedroom units. Each Unit ranges from roughly 500Sf-650SF max....
Melissa Haworth
What features have you found boost your rental appeal, especially in off-peak months?
I’ve been looking at data on rental properties in Destin and Panama City Beach, and certain amenities seem to drive higher booking rates. From personal experience, outdoor entertainment areas, modern kitchens, and eve...
John Underwood
Deal of the Day - Remote water shutoff
To piggyback on Mike's Deal of the dayIf you have a vacation rental that has days or weeks where no one is there (maybe just off season)It would be nice to be able to detect a water leak and have the water shutoff.Or ...
Sean Krause
House hacking Central AC/Individual AC
Hello BP!
Here is the dilemma. I have a 5 bed 3 bath house hack in Colorado that I just got done renovating and I am renting it out to tenants next month. The unit has a nice Goodman HVAC unit in the basement but d...
Jorge Abreu
The Apartment Amenities Race Continues
A new report from Apartment Guide has found that 36% of apartment residents are unhappy with the amenities in their current apartment building. Apartment residents noted a need for more storage space (31%); a dishwash...