Maybe in the future, you can specify a monthly cost for the electrical utilities based on the previous years averages.  

With Old Brooklyn being the most desirable and having the best chance at future appreciation. 

Lots of good info in this thread.I found this especially helpful as I'm planning my first auction experience in the near future....better not see you all there now that you know there is a hot deal coming up in Milwaukee ;+)  Until a few days ago I knew nothing about sheriff auction bidding/ buying.  

Something I talk to a lot of people about as well is Chicago's future position.

It also allows screening for future tenant replacement. 

Rents are competitive and we should see an increase in rents in the coming future.

I'm going to be more active with Bigger Pockets, as I see a great future with the Bigger Pockets community.

Perhaps at some point in the future common sense tort reform will come back to America and things will get better.

If the oil runs out and results in damage to the system, the tenant will pay for the repair.I also recommend you be clear about this in your written lease for future renters.If there are repeated violations, terminate their lease and start with a new renter.

I'm hesitant because I don't want to be on the hook if in the future something goes wrong like the buyer stops making payments.