It was occupied by two residents already so I talked to both to get a feel about everything, talked to the owner & decided this was it.. after some slight repairs of course.

The electrician wants to finish but doesn't want to make multiple trips so he's asking for the HVAC guy to be done.The AC guy can't finish because the concrete flatwork isn't complete.The flatwork concrete guy can't finish because the plumber has not connected the clean water.The plumber can't connect the clean water until we have water meters.The city has said they will be out "soon" to instal the meters.... so we wait.Build 2 Rent,Juan-

Have a clear exit strategy to guide your decisions.How are you planning to use the property?

Thank you so much @Kate Daye Ruane for your update, I hope on doing plenty more business together.   

I moved to California and am renting it out of state.

You need to do the work yourself or hire a GC to do it.

I am using  a house hack strategy with two roommates, and I’m able to afford the home with that setup and it’s going really well. 

I believe there isn't enough information in your post to come to an informed non-attorney's opinion as to who might be legally responsible, but it sounds like the buyer certainly didn't take enough interest in making sure he got what he bargained for. 

Welcome to BiggerPockets Ashley and good luck investing!

.: Awesome, I'm going to follow.