Meanwhile, the utilities would all be together and you can't have a stove in the basement (which makes it a legal dwelling). 

My cousin has a $75k/year job with excellent credit (he’s been working there for 4 years) How do I structure using his income and credit for a loan to buy a rental? I’m putting down the 20% down payment and any other ...

Expecting about 20,000 sqft of construction (units and common areas).Related info:Type:Garden-style2-levels with mix of 2 Bed/2Bath and 1 Bed/1Bath unitsMid-grade constructionSite info:Flat land, no major grading work is neededUtilities are yet to be connected (the site is in a developed neighborhood with good road access and utilities at curb side)Expansive soil (known for this region)Thanks!

Does anyone have experience with asking a utility provider to extend the power lines?

Thanks for the tips, I will be sure to utilize that advice.

I personally utilized a HELOC on my primary residence in Boston and used it to buy my next two real estate deals.

When the PM engages the contractor, the pricing is based on the PM's relationship with the contractor (wholesale pricing); that pricing is then adjusted for the PM's engagement and oversight of the work (what you pay).I don't utilize or offer PM services. 

Question is.... what is the best way to take care of utilities.

@Ty Kashmiry On where to look, I utilized the property manager referrals my agent, Zeke Liston, gave me.

If they owe rent, utilities and for dirty carpet we will go in that order as well.