Before creating my LLC, I use to receive rent/utility payments via Zelle from my tenants. 

Also ask tenants if there are any recurring issues.Typically when completing the due diligence, you'll have a chance to see the current Sch E, which will list utilities if the owner is paying anything. 

When you start utilities on the properties just purchased for STR purpose under an individual name but will be transferred to an LLC soon, is that better to wait the LLC to be done first then start the services, or turn them on as soon as possible to reduce the downtime to get ready and change the ownership to an LLC for the utility companies?

I’ve been seeing more investors use asset utilization loans lately, qualifying based on their liquid assets or portfolio instead of income or tax returns.For experienced investors or self-employed borrowers, this seems like a powerful way to unlock equity and keep scaling even when write-offs limit income on paper.Has anyone here closed a deal using this type of financing?

I recently dealt with an eviction and associated unpaid utility bills on a KCMO SFR LTR near St Pius HS, and the utility company confirmed that the bill follows the tenant if in tenant name.

I pay all utilities. 

This is a minimal effect work on improving your income limit (available credit) and utilization.

In most cases utilizing an LLC or LP is the preferred investment vehicle.

If the personal income, credit and assets are being utilized to qualify it title, note and deed need to be recorded in the individual's name. - Can the note/deed be transferred to an LLC or Trust after closing? 

Actually, most syndications do not utilize special purpose vehicles, as those syndications may be holding numerous investments.