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Hi everyone Happy Independence day (almost)!
I wanted to get your thoughts around heating situation that I am facing for my Basement at my 4Plex multi-unit property.
I recently installed electric base board heaters...
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Hi All,I'm closing on my first property at the end of the month (a duplex) and was looking for some input on utility costs and how to approach this situation. Let me start by giving some background. The house has a mo...
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What temporary heat source should I use while rehabbing an apt building in the winter? No utilities are turned on. I like propane portable heaters but I'm concerned about CO poisoning. Is that the customary temp he...
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BPers,Anyone running a vacation rental(s) in Mammoth Lakes/ Mountain area?If so, I'd love to have you answer the below questions:1. What are the 3 best things about having your rental property(s) there?2. What are the...
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For those who have bought a hot tub to upgrade their STR, what brand do you recommend and how much do you spend? Also if there are any necessary accessories I should be aware of, or general maintenance/upkeep tips, le...
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MA Homeowners - Per MASS Save website, their 0% HEAT Loan is still being offered. "The Mass Save HEAT Loan offers interest-free financing opportunities up to $25,000 for energy-efficient home upgrades like the install...
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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...
Is it fair for me to not have my own hot water heater instead of 3 apts running off same heater that is downstairs in a apr where their is alot of kids and randon people taking showers. My power bill is almost 100 due...
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Hi,I am changing our 2nd units heat source from steam radiators to hyper heat minisplits.The unit currently has 5 steam radiators.Should I remove myself or hire out? Thank you!
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For investors that have rentals with home heating oil, how do you structure that with billing your tenants for heat?