Quote from @Zachary Deal: A lot of investors utilize the BRRRR strategy in those markets as there is relatively high rents compared to the value of the properties!  

Sounds like you stopped water which is most important.

Like deferred maintenance, (bad roof, worn out water heater/AC Unit, warped flooring, water damage) etc, unpaid utilities,  unpaid taxes, a second loan, unpaid HOA fees, a bad pool, bad reputation, sometimes squatters, sometimes they were drug houses, and so on.

By improvements I mean that there is power, water and sewer/septic installed and working.

I just do not want to take this possibility off the table if it could help us really get moving in terms of number of doors we have rented out (a 2/3/4 door rental is an exponential increase in our cash flow, compared to the single family home we are planning to buy first). 

For sure PG&E requires this for gas and electric, and I think most jurisdictions require it for water and sewer as well. 

Maytag and Whirlpool are good imo.I personally also avoid ice makers and water dispensers.

We bought a home built in 1900, insurance water damage coverage is 10% of the dwelling limit. 

I have one I have drafted up but would love to compare against others.What are some items you always included in your MTR rental agreements?

Implementing water-saving initiatives is a smart way to reduce utility costs.