David Krulac
What do renters want?
In order of importance to tenants:high speed internetwalk in closetsoundproof wallspatio or balconywasher and dryer in unitmicrowavefrig with water/ice dispensergarbage disposalpoolPersonally I never provide the last ...
Steve Volk
Utility records in a triplex?
I'm looking at buying a foreclosed triplex that uses a natural gas hot water boiler to heat the building. I was wondering if it's possible to call the gas provider and get a statement of the prior few years gas usage...
Mindy Jensen
Looking for an Automatic Emergency Water Shutoff - Does it exist?
Our MHP is located in Maine. Water is submetered, but a tenant in the throes of eviction had a pipe burst, didn't do anything about it and now I'm on the hook for a hefty water bill.Since we're in Maine, freezing pipe...
Jim G.
Rental ADU (in-law) Utilities
Plan to build a new detached ADU (or so called in-laws unit) in my San Jose rental home. By city's rule, it is qualified for $700sf 1B/1B detached. I plan to put 1 shower, 1 dishwasher and 1 wash/dryer. Again by ru...
Bart Slak
Reducing Utility Costs
I purchased an 11-unit apartment building 6 months ago. The water bill is much higher than the historical average. Any ideas for a diagnostic test that could help me determine way the usage is so much higher. Occupanc...
Crystal Zheng
Estimation cost to add gas meter and electricity meter
Hi, I’m currently looking at a 2 family house. However, the house has only one share meter on gas and electricity. Planning to rent out one of the unit, what should I do is a better option towards amount charge to the...
Karim Shah
Water Dispute with the City
Need some advise please.I have a tenant moving into my rental property today. I contacted the water department to turn on supply and they informed me I have a unpaid water for a six month period. When asked how much i...
Robert Kough
Water leak from meter to house. Does owner or tenant pay?
Ok so there was a water leak about 5 feet from the meter outside of the home. The tenant notified me of the leak 27 Jan and it was fixed 3 Feb. I spoke with the water company and the leak began during the billing cy...
Matt Mahony
How to gather accurate information about a property
I am new to real estate investing, and I do not know how to take the next step. When researching a property, what are good ways to gather information to assess if the property is a good investment? I should mention ...
Joseph Weisenbloom
Is this illegal/unethical?
I am currently closing on a duplex and I plan to live in one side and and rent the other out. The electric and gas are separately metered and are easy to have these expenses paid by the other renter. The water on t...