Due to the great wealth of information and helpful people on BP, I was able to get my first home under contract last weekend. Here are some basic details about the property:
$230,000 triplex (one unit per floor)Built...

Hi I have to replace my AC and furnace.  I live in Michigan.  The first quote came in at $5,200 to install a 80% efficiency furnace and an AC unit.  For $650 more he will install a 95% plus furnace.  My renter pays th...

Has anyone used an infrared "fireplace" instead of baseboard heaters in budget apartments? At first glance, it seems to me that the perceived value of a fireplace would offset the minor additional expense. This is the...

I've done some preliminary research on going solar for my primary residence (two unit with flat roof and almost no shade according to comed and project sunroof by google)
Ive run my numbers a few times and I understa...

Has anyone installed solar panels on their investment properties? I've looked into this per someone's suggestion, and looks like there are some federal grants and loans that allows you to install, and also if the pane...

Hello, I recently bought my first rehab/rental. I need to turn the electricity on to renovate it, but all of the electric companies I see online have 1+-year contracts. If I sign one of these contracts to get the reha...

Recently purchased a 20-unit apartment building. All units are individually metered, plus a common area meter paid by the owner. It is in a small rural town (qualifies as a rural community under USDA) definitions in W...

Purchased a new fix and flip project in North Portland this week.  Really proud to be using 100% renewable energy on this project thanks to Portland General Electric.  Here is a link for more info on the program.  My ...

I have a 3 family that I am gut rehabbing and be 3 luxury condos.  I am considering radiant flooring in the bathrooms.   The cost is about 8,000 for 7 bathrooms.  Is this a good idea? Also if Yes should I do the kitch...

My tenant let me know last month that their power bill was about double what it had been.  Since it was really cold, I wasn't concerned too much about it, but still had an HVAC tech go check it out.  I wanted to make ...