You can install a digital sub metering system without even cutting any pipes or getting the utilities involved.

First I would call the local utilities and contractors who deal with this stuff to see if your assumption is true.For electricity maybe some sort of generator?

Most of my tenants aren’t tech savvy and would find having to utilize an online platform for maintenance requests to be burdensome.

Utilize platforms like BiggerPockets and other social media to source your team.

DSCR is able to be utilized for non owner occupied investment properties 

Yes, leverage can increase returns, but cash can also bring bigger returns as well if utilized property. 

Do I have to turn on the utilities once I buy the home?

But, the water company and APCO will let you know if you have to get a permit and inspection to get utilities turned on. 

This will create a space that feels larger because there are many possibilities that come with having a shape shifting bed... haha Futon is a multifunctional tool that isn't utilized as much as it should be.

I'm trying to figure out the sweet spot between utilizing the space to expand my client base, while also not sounding too, spam/sales-y.