I agree - I probably wouldn't trust guests to operate a generator properly even with detailed instructions. 

A Purchase Agreement/Escrow Instruction signed by the buyer and seller that includes the final details of the transaction.

Go to IRS.gov and print out the instructions for the schedule E and highlight all the write-offs.  

So the title company or lien company isn't really lying.The reason why it's hidden is because the owner is some kind of a government officer.

I have found that older neighborhoods and larger houses on corner lots usually have hidden extra units in them, but these don’t show up in search results and finding them is time consuming.

BRRRR has many hidden costs, which is why I usually buy rent-ready properties. 

I've give them the benefit of the doubt and replace it, but give them instructions on how to use it and if it happens again, they pay for it.

That should provide you with instructions for cancelling their services.

Not unless they failed to secure the property per your instructions or contract.In Detroit, we deal with this all the time and have a standard communcation template, with security options, we send owners as soon as we know a property is vacant or a tenant moving out.Too many owners ignore our communications and then scream when their property is stripped.So, if this is realtively common for the area, while your PMC has no liability, they should be thinking ahead and working with you to minimize the chances of this happening.

You may also want to provide instructions on how they can confirm it's off so they know you're not spying on them.