Start with a standard offer, and write a contingency into it for electricity, all the below ground utilities, and then work your way to zoning, permitting etc.

I would believe so, but it is always good to check the local laws.

A hole or two (check how many you need.) and some plastic pipe?

I was just about to get my credit card info for the course, when I thought to check BP forums.

It can be a separate checking or savings but just make sure to have a "holding" account where only security deposits are held for your sanity.I won't speak to liability since I'm not a property manager, attorney, etc. 

My client bought a 22 unit building and used this strategy and walked out of closing with a check for $800k to perform the rest of the renovations, paid himself back his already expended rehab costs and his entire down payment.  

I would check on this website on the find an agent feature or search Zillow for teams/agents in your area doing 25 or more deals a year.  

Check out Tower Credit Union as one option for 100% loan to value. 

One of them told me they only have to provide 15 days notice, which doesn’t help if I am on vacation for a few weeks or haven’t checked my PO Box in a few weeks.

When they eventually move out, I plan to do a full renovation to bring the unit up to high-quality standards and maximize its rental potential.I’m happy to connect if you ever want to chat.