I can purchase it on cash basics but I don't want to loose this property if I bid to low .

Another downside is you loose on the advantages, of the Federal Tax Code, by not closing in the name of a LLC.

If you can tap on the wall and it seems hollow I would say it is loose wire lath. 

Excess acreage, usually over 5 acres or what is common for homes in the area will be discounted or ignored as to value with Fannie/Freddie, VA, and FHA mortgages, USDA can take more land value, depends on the region, but my guess would be 20 acres.

Remove carpeting, furniture, loose debris and broom clean.

After loosing, two properties I got frustrated and got my license.

Yes, you loose some market gains, but bonds have been flat.  

I am no expert, but what I do not see in San Diego is how we get from the present extremely low inventory levels (especially on the coast and the lower priced $800k and below market) to an excess inventory level which I believe would have to be a precursor to any significant price drop.

We're working on fixing the violations listed (crack in the lintel, broken window pane, loose deck board, etc), but how will/could this impact our case on the tenant? 

I've had to hang plywood myself to limit water damage from a loose door (wasn't going to break anything that they'd have to repair, just cause me problems in the remodel), I've also told the bank to get someone to clean up trash left behind by illegal dumpers.