I expect it to be moderate size rehab which to me means no significant plumbing or electrical and no walls being added or removed.  

I wouldn't remove auto-pay on your utilities from your credit/debit card if you have them, don't want to miss your electric bill by accident but any daily/casual/somewhat necessary spending is cash.

I’m an electrician and I’d only do electrical since I know I could do it fast enough to be worth it but other than that I’d get someone who could do it fast and high quality.

Out of state is less capital intensive but will be more energy and time intensive to find contractors visit properties etc.

I am looking for insights from anyone who has recently upgraded their electric service in Chicago.

I have new plumbing and electric done in all of the units one year ago. 55k investment.

They want new electric panel, this home has Zinsco and that is one of the thing that we are not eligible to be insured.

Electricity alone on a 2 bed is usually around $200-250.  

To everyone on the wholesaling forums, understand this:Focus on learning from those with real experience and a proven track record of success.Don’t waste your energy on negativity.

I commonly hear that permitting is not an issue unless I am touching plumbing or electrical but just to be safe and avoid any future liabilities, I am trying to understand it is even feasible to get the new rooms/garage permitted for their intended use.3.