Extremely low inventories and multiple bids on homes.

My father owns 3 rentals and is an electrician who is extremely handy and knowledgeable in that area.

Moreover, if the seller is resisting having the utilities on, I'd view that as a HUGE red flag (similar to how I'd view it if someone tried to sell me a used car, but wouldn't let me test drive it or even start the engine).Since correct and thorough due diligence is the foundation of successful REI, I'd be extremely hesitant to buy a property without testing the aforementioned items (unless the property was so heavily discounted that I could replace/fix all of those items if they turned out to be faulty...but even then, I'd be wary).I'd suggest strategizing with your agent on the best way to get the utilities turned on so you can do a correct inspection...Good luck out there!

Especially for SFR see the roommate ordinance:  with a single family home you literally have no control over the number of roomates the tenants choose to bring in,  all they have to do is claim an extremely overbroad "family" relation to bypass all screening and all occupancy limits.   

Just browsing through this forum has been extremely informative so far.

Many owner finance agreements that I’ve worked on Have very extreme foreclosure clauses.

Ask them what extreme sacrifices they personally made to accommodate this car expense before they cheated you on their housing expenses

@Junior PicancoHey Junior, This is extremely encouraging to hear!

Due to the extreme conditions this winter in New England he has seen dozens of these claims and there hasn't been one where he has found the landlord to be the responsible party. 

I want you all to know I extremely appreciate the help, and if you guys ever need any website/internet marketing help (I help out HomeVestors) just let me know!