when you say utilities do you mean electric, water, gas or otherwise?

So obviously it's not drawing a big load.The house is newer (about 13 years old) and there are no other electrical issues.I'm normally able to fix most of my own electrical issues, but this problem is baffling me. 

His primary work is electrical but he tells me he runs a crew of guys that span the trade and are insured.

However the electrical looked up to date, roof looked good, It is mostly just cosmetic.

The tenants would pay for their own electricity and water since everything was separately metered (I asked repeatedly about the water since I knew it wasn't normal in NYC for tenants to pay water... more on that later).

Windows, roofs, plumbing, and electrical replacement are a given for most properties which easily becomes tens of thousands of dollars.

I wanted to quiz the members about a few things:If there is no insulation and the tenants pay for electric heat, is it worthwhile to include insulation costs for attic and floor in the initial loan?

Arthur, some of the things you will want to look at:- Whether or not the electrical systems and plumbing systems are updated- Is there coin laundry (and if so, is it leased or owned)?

Guess what, if you hire "Handyman Pete" from cashlist.org who can "do it all including electrical work big or small" and Pete's work ain't quite right, well maybe its time to leave the country if there's a fire!!

The wall heater will be removed.10) Cracked window will be replaced11) I don't think there's faulty electrical.