Wholesalers typically do NOT disclose to sellers that they will only close IF they can flip the contract for a greater price - hence the seller thinks they are the end buyer and that they have a “legitimate” buyer on the line2.

Typically you end up putting in a new meter socket, new panels and the new service. 

But, typically, when I think investments, I think financial, meaning I am putting money in with the intent of creating income and/or appreciation on the money.  

Quote from @Jake Hughes: How long do your renovations typically take when hiring a gc?

What steps, resources, or preparations would be essential to make this a successful venture?

@Jerry ZhangWhat is typical in your market?

:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.

Typically what I advise clients is to self manage your first 2-10 units hire your management for 10-100 units and then have the management company scale with you when you get to 100-200 units.

It's essential to verify if your property falls within such a mixed-use district.Special Authorizations: In M1-2D districts, residential uses may be permitted by authorization from the City Planning Commission, subject to specific conditions and bulk regulations.

I've crunched the numbers on a typical 300-400K mortgage and the "break even" on refinance costs and rising rents is about 12-years.