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Jimmy Lynn The Top Home Renovations that Increase Property Value
13 May 2023 | 4 replies

Kitchen Remodel: The kitchen is often considered the heart of a home, and a well-designed and updated kitchen can significantly increase property value. Focus on high-quality materials, modern appliances, ample storag...

Jacques John Power of the Ocean
12 October 2009 | 2 replies

Besides being a natural habitat for millions of organisms and life species, ocean is also a powerhouse of energy. Based on tried and tested principles of hydrodynamic physics and mechanical and electrical engineering,...

Turner Simon Net Zero Projects
5 January 2017 | 13 replies

Hello all,  I have recently stumbled across a commercial project in Boston that was a "Net Zero Neighborhood".  In short this means that it produces more energy than it consumes.  This type of project I believe has tr...

Joel Fischer Can I challenge a low FHA appraisal?
24 April 2019 | 7 replies

Got a low FHA appraisal on a Pahrump property I am selling.  I know these appraisals are for 6 months. I am thinking of adding solar panels (owned not leased) to the property to improve value.  Question: If I do add p...

Account Closed Single Meter Duplex-- Utility costs getting out of hand??
20 June 2022 | 10 replies

Hi all. Last year I purchased my first rental (BRRRR) for $115,000, and put around $30,000 into repairs. It appraised for last month at $220,000 in which I was able to do a cash-out refi and pull almost $30k back out....

C.Lee Sandvick Generating Electricity on-site to lower costs
21 September 2018 | 3 replies

I just furnished a house to rent out and the utilities went way up due to air conditioning costs, etc.  Would like recommendations on a reliable method to generate electricity without huge upfront cost. For my 4 plex,...

Arthur R. van der Vant Cost-effective renovation projects for a rental property
18 January 2023 | 0 replies

One of my most frequently asked questions is 🤔 "What are the most cost-effective renovation projects for rental properties?" It's a great question, and one that's important for any property owner or manager to conside...

Beth Anderson What if I add solar panels to bring in more income?
24 September 2020 | 7 replies

Has anyone ever installed solar panels and then included electric in the rent, pocketing the difference when the solar covers most of their usage? The duplex we're looking at has free gas because there is an easement ...

Alessandra Verbena Impact of War with Ukraine on U.S. Real Estate
8 March 2022 | 84 replies

Perhaps we will find out in the next couple of days one way or another if this will escalate further, what if Russia does invade Ukraine and the U.S. gets involved? Without going too deep, I am seeing speculation on a...

Andre Lewis Should landlord or renter cover utilities?
4 February 2017 | 17 replies

Hoping to get some thoughts on landlord vs. renter paying utilities. I plan on not including utilities in rent, but want to get different perspectives on the topic. Thanks!