It will depend on your zoning, but they normally require a separate power meter for the ADU to be capable to renting long term to a traditional tenant. 

You both are really taking advantage of the power to real estate and using military benefits to do some.

Also, him and myself do not think we can tackle this big of renovation since the house needs plumbing, electrical, etc.  

BP familyWhen you are buying a property ,what's your strategy to get a close approximation of the utilities for Electricity, gas, water &sewer ,garbage?

The entire city is without water and power.

Or how to help you maximize your lending power. 

You'll never "pay off" the property because you'll keep buying more multifamily, but you will build your savings for purchasing power really quickly.Look up velocity banking if you want videos or more articles on how this works.

We have a bunch of great guest speakers lined up including a cost segregation expert (google it - it's a powerful strategy).

Looking for plumbing, electric, framing, and brick masonry

A close family member brought to my attention that the risk of buying an old home like this is having plumbing, sewage, and electrical issues because during the home inspection you cannot see these things since the plumbing is underground and the electrical is behind the walls..