I’m in the process of replacing a natural gas furnace with a more climate-friendly option; specifically, an air-source heat pump or electric furnace.Given the reduced energy needs and minimal environmental impact of a...

I have a single family home in Iowa City with the boiler heating system older than my grandpa if he were still alive. I hear people say look into the inflation reduction act for money for either the HVAC or window upg...

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     I was just searching to see if anyone has any tips to help keep utility costs down. I already had a buddy replace all high light bulbs in a 3 bedroom home and his last 2 electric bills wer...

Does anyone here on the forum invest in Sustainable or Green energy homes? I am interested because I am a Business & Sustainable Tech student, I have recently been learning so much about the field. I do not see a ...

In another thread, someone asked for more info on the proposed law for needing to have a license or endorsement to sell your own home. Also the question on retrofitting your home and needing an "endorsement" stamp fr...

Maximizing your available tax incentives is a big part of profitable real estate investing. Real Estate investors have a lot of options when it comes to tax incentives and tax strategies. Here are the top 20 that my c...

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I am in the process of purchasing a 1890 built triplex in Fitchburg, MA. The current setup by the owner is that he pays for electricity and heat for the tenants. There is one 3-bedroom (5 people) and two 1-bed...

Hello builders out in BP land.Those who have read many of my posts here on BP will note that sustainability and energy efficiency are core to our real estate business plan.  We began by purchasing older (as in Second ...

House is over 100 years old. Heating bills in winter are around 650 month with electric heat left at 65 degrees and only 1300 square feet. rent is 1100 month. Would you insulate the house or not?  Attic not insulated ...

I love real estate and I love making money with it, but every now and I start wondering if there is something more I should do... I do believe that just by being a reasonable landlord we can make a bit of a difference...