From a pure usage standpoint, it’s usually not worth adding an entirely new service just for the furnace load.The real issue isn’t power consumption, it’s fair and defensible utility allocation once both units are tenant occupied.In practice, you usually have three realistic options:Landlord-paid furnace electricThe simplest and most common solution is to keep the furnace tied to one panel and make heat an owner-paid utility.

What are marketing best practices to attract buyers in NYC to consider purchasing a home in Connecticut which can be at lower cost and still be commutable for those who work in the city?

In practice, many investors keep the low-rate loan and rent the home first to preserve cheap debt and flexibility, then reassess later.

Understanding how disputes are actually resolved, how attorneys are compensated in the types of cases that lead to larger damage awards, and how claims are pursued in practice is very relevant.

In fact, its common practice to name both as defendants.Now assume the claim is a covered insurance event.

I work with investors on long-term rentals, value-add deals, and STR opportunities, and I’m also actively investing alongside family partners — so I tend to look at deals through a practical, numbers-first lens.I enjoy helping with:Deal analysis & underwritingThinking through rehab and exit strategiesAtlanta and surrounding SE market insightsNot here to sell — mainly looking to reconnect, contribute where I can, and build relationships with other investors.

This is a very common issue on small multis, especially older duplexes where everything is master-metered.In practice, I see three approaches that actually work, and one that usually causes friction.1.

Many landlords add this as additional rent due under the lease.Going forward, best practice is:Require proof of utility transfer before handing over keysOr keep utilities in your name and charge a flat utility fee built into rentOr have your PM handle confirmation on move-in dayRight now, the key is documenting everything, enforcing the lease consistently, and setting a firm deadline.

Overall, for those taking a disciplined approach and leveraging local market insights, Cleveland has continued to perform as a practical, income-focused investment market

There is practically no amount of money that would get you there.Market on VRBO and/or Airbnb and call it done.