Stephen Shelton
FLIR infrared camera
My AC expert tenant in Property #2 came to Property #1 for routine AC maintenance, and he showed off his new gadget a FLIR camera tool that connected to his iPhone.BTW: A FLIR camera sees the world based on the temper...
Emilio Ramirez
Converting to tenant paid utilities
In the milwaukee area, a lot of properties advertise heat included. If I were to find a deal with existing tenants in this condition the rent would have to be lowered if I made them responsible for their utilities. Ri...
Tom Mcbride
"green house" energy efficient real estate marketing
Given the high cost of energy and the need to cut/watch expenses renters and buyers should be interested in energy efficient homes. Is anyone marketing green or energy wise homes? If so what is your experience?
Shavon Prophet
How important is energy efficiency when you flip?
Hi All,I'm Shavon Prophet, I live in the Five College Area of the Pioneer Valley, Western Mass and am an Energy Efficiency and Renewable Systems Consultant. I specialize in green building and high performance homes, a...
Brendan Stratton
Keeping the Winter out
I’m curious about utility optimization. Particularly to heating. My apartment building is in Maine and is a Buy and Hold/House Hack. It is common practice for landlords in the area to include heating and hot water as...
Allan Pilapil
PG&E bill was over $400 - what to do??
Hey BP,I’m 3 months into renting out my first property. I rent out by the rooms and charge a flat monthly fee while I take care of utilities. The PG&E bill has been over $400 and PG&E said its mainly the heate...
Calvin Lin
Extremely high utility cost
Hi folks,I have a sticky situation at one of my condo rentals in Raleigh, NC. It is a 4 BR unit where I pay the utilities. The renters are all students at the nearby State U. The electricity cost is paid by me due ...
Ryan VanPatten
"Green" Rentals
Hey all,
I'm new to the forum, so this is my first discussion topic.
I am very into the sustainability movement, personal and professionally, and am hoping to 'green' up my town home and any future prop...
Mario Mormile
Thermostats
Good morning BP nation-What is your top pick for a thermostat with the lowest maintenance and most tenant friendly?This is for a rental property. Thanks!
Michael Wade
Tenants' side of duplex won't stay warm in MN wint
Hi all,First-time homeowner (duplex) with first-time problems. Looking for advice on either heating or tenant-relations.I bought an up-down duplex in Minnesota in March of this year and moved into one unit, renting th...