We personally require proof of utilities being transferred prior to handing over the keys I haven't yet kept anything in my name - I think if there wasn't separate utilities you may have to go that route.

Prior to that I worked for a company that owned a 1,000 MF units across 7 properties. 

All should be required prior to licensing. 

Although I'm currently in the process of becoming an agent, becoming a broker prior to escrow closing would be impossible.

This notice stated that a re-inspection would be carried out 12 days from the mailing date and advised contacting the code enforcement officer prior to the inspection date to discuss informal resolution.

., I always found that the steepest part of my learning curve as I transitioned from SFR to STR to Commercial land development and MF (all using 1031 exchanges) was learning what "didn't translate" from the prior type. 

It is crucial that you pull accurate comps and have a reliable GC prior to performing this type of investing.

I'm assuming this is done prior to closing for the winning bidder?

On one deposit she tried to argue that she only received $750 from my prior management company but it was $900.

Ask questions to experts in their field prior to buying anything.