Peter Graves
Heating for Chicago multi units: space heater?
Hi BP, first time poster. Am looking at a 2 flat currently that has a heating situation I haven’t run into yet, and would like your thoughts. The units are each heated by individual self-contained space heater/ furna...
Priscilla Z.
Enclosed porch part of square footage?
Is an "enclosed porch" counted as part of the living square footage of a house when it comes to an FHA appraisal?
Robert Lee
Floor heater broken, can I provide space heaters to tenants?
Hi Guys,Property is in Los Angeles, CAThe old floor heater has broken in a unit I manage and I was wondering if I could supply the tenants with space heaters for their unit. We are a bit reluctant, but not unwilling, ...
Doug Spartz
Occupancy Inspection - heating
I just received the results from the occupancy inspection of my triplex in Houston. The most significant issue noted is a requirement that "...heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of 70 degree...
Brandon Brown
Rough estimate to upgrade to 400 amp service
I am considering switching to a heat pump with an electric heat strip for supplemental heating in our two-flat building, with plans to add a third unit in the future. Currently, we have a 200-amp service to the buildi...
Richard T.
Uninhabitable rental
Greetings all,
My first investment property has become a victim of Superstorm Sandy.The one family house is now without electric, heat, or hot water.It will likely be months until essential services are restored.My t...
Andy Pat
Flooding in apartment- holding us liable for pipe burst
My roommate and I live in a leased apartment. Due to a water pipe burst couple weeks ago, the entire apartment got flooded with damage to all my personal property and several other units in the building. The lease off...
Dillon Nash
Separating Utilities on 20 Unit - Occupied / Value-Add Opportunit
Hi all, I am in contract to purchase a 20 unit building. Currently it is a steam boiler system that heats the entire building. The building was built in 1970+/- the structure is in good condition but mainly original....
Nicole Sun
pros and cons of electric baseboard heating in northeast region
Hi all,
I plan to install electric baseboard in order to remove heating expenses for a multi. The obvious advantage to me is some financial gain. Like to hear some experiences other landlords have with this option. D...
Brad Waterstraat
Question for all Appraisers
Hello,Back in July of 2020, I purchased my first investment property. This property appraised about 17k lower than the agreed upon price because of the back porch. The enclosed back porch is not heated or insulated, a...