I'm and CA girl who's now in PA... loving nature and excited to expand my contact list and grow my Company portfolio!

I would ask if it is natural gas or propane. 

Given you bought a little studio, that's unlikely to be the case.Hopefully I don't sound negative, as this isn't my nature or my purpose. 

No matter which side of the lending transaction you are on, you will want to consult with a local RE attorney and get docs drafted up by a professional to make sure you stay legally compliant and have adequate protections both as borrower and lender. 

That could be expensive , if you are tying in to natural gas at the street , 5 grand and up . more if they have to cross the road . 

I am also a natural introvert, but have learned that putting myself out there and getting uncomfortable is a skill.My biggest suggestion would be to go to as many local in-person meetups as possible and find the people who are "moving and shaking" to become friends with them. 

Naturally I would increase the rent to more than cover the costs and I do believe it could be a great selling point for tenants to consider. 

I'm a rule-follower by nature, but unfortunately the law is written with language that is extremely unclear. 

I have properties in LLC's and others in my name and I have adequate Liability insurance for all.

I just viewed what looked to be a beautiful 3 unit in the photos a few days ago, but when I got there it was apparent the building had a natural gas smell in the basement, plus the owner pays all heat for the building since there is only one furnace.