Author name: Justin Schmid

Justin is a seasoned leader with more than 25 years at the forefront of the wireless and IoT revolution. Over the course of his career, he has been a sought-after voice at premier industry forums and a prolific contributor to thought leadership, shaping conversations that bridge technology and innovation. Today, as Chief Operating Officer of Dune Labs, Justin channels his expertise into pioneering smart water submetering solutions designed to transform the way multifamily and affordable housing communities manage resources. His most recent insights have been featured in respected publications such as MH Insider and Common Ground, where he continues to influence and inspire stakeholders across the housing ecosystem.

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How Water Submetering Can Benefit Mobile Home Parks

Water Submetering for Mobile Home Parks Mobile home communities across the United States are increasingly adopting mobile water submetering as a means to manage water usage and reduce costs. This system of measuring and billing individual water consumption, rather than charging residents a flat fee for their water usage, has many advantages.  The benefits of …

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Things You Need to Know About RUBS Regulations Across States

RUBS System State Laws: Ratio Utility Billing Explained

Things You Need to Know About RUBS (Ratio Utility Billing System): State Regulations & Implementation Navigating the functionalities of the Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS) across different states can be challenging for property managers and owners of multifamily properties. Each state has its own set of rules, which can significantly affect how utility costs are …

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A Better Alternative to Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS) for Multifamily Properties

A Guide for RUBS System for Multifamily Properties

Understanding RUBS System for Multifamily Properties Residents are unavoidably responsible for paying household utilities. However, determining how much each tenant pays for utilities can get complicated in multifamily settings. While electricity is usually submetered, with each tenant paying for their own electricity usage directly to the local utility, other services such as water, wastewater, gas, …

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Smart Water Submetering – What is it and How to Get It?

Smart Water Submetering – What is it and How to Get It? Have you ever wondered how utility usage is accurately tracked in multifamily or commercial properties? Submetering is a system that measures individual utility consumption, ensuring each tenant is billed fairly. Water submetering, a specific type of submetering, focuses on monitoring water usage in …

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