Quote from @Shuchi Gupta: Hi BP community,Looking for real-world experience from multifamily owners or investors who’ve done a panel upgrade.I have an 8-unit building in Santa Clara, CA, and I’ve received 3 quotes to replace the main service panel & meter bank (9 meters total, including common laundry).What differs across the bids:600A Eaton meter bank Square D panel but amp size not specifiedOne bid includes the laundry subpanelSome bids don't include permit/engineering/stucco patchingPrices range from $19K to $38K some not including permit fees.Current setup:1960s buildingGas water heatersShared laundryUpgraded kitchen appliances over timeAll tenants have window AC units, No EV chargers yetQuestions:Did you go 250A or 600A on your small multifamily upgrade?

But the lifetime cost? 

There is no obvious solution; existing home prices are anchored by new construction cost and the cost of labor and materials have gone up dramatically and will continue to do so.

No one wants to see prices pushed lower .Few first time home buyers have the time , experience , or money to play HGTV . 

The National Association of Realtors is forecasting a major rebound in 2026, with double-digit growth in home sales and home prices projected to rise another 4%.They’re also predicting the economy will add 1.3 million new jobs, keeping demand strong despite the ongoing housing supply shortage.After three years of the lowest sales volume since 1995, this would be a huge shift.

Rates are slightly lower today. The 10-year Treasury is around 4.12%, down about 3 basis points, and the 30-year is near 4.72%, also down 3 bps. The 2-year yield eased to 3.60%, reflecting modest risk-off sentiment an...

It could be argued that since it is vacant no one has possession.

No, I didn't think so.

Great question — rehab costs have definitely been pushing upward.

I have been looking at Cost Segrigation and 100% bonus depreication.Has anyone ever done one for a single family home portfolio?