Those two items will vary quite a bit depending on the house.

I plan for a time when they can be there and check in and make sure there aren't any maintenance items they haven't told me about.

No but if you paid for those items you could get copies of them and use them for a private lender who may be able to give you a loan.

There seems to be a belief throughout this thread that its alright for a city employee to come onto your property and simply lie about item after item and then send a written agreement in direct contrast expecting you to sign and return it.

If you’re weighing a move.. be it a 1031 exchange in Oregon or locking in a promising rental in Phoenix.. just remember that the right local knowledge, strong relationships, and a willingness to adapt can set you up for something more than just another line item on your spreadsheet.

The good thing about bonus depreciation is that you can take the amount eligible for bonus depreciation in that given year.For example - if you place a $50,000 item under 5 Years MACRS on December 31st, it would be eligible for bonus depreciation which as of right is now 60%.

Its the less aggressive model but it was programed into me from a young age, keep your business risk separate from the things that you need to live (home, car, food, etc.). 

You could swing to a furnished rental if that works for your area even with rental furniture but that is a different model.

1) I’d remove all items under $100 and the landscaping/vegetation items.

Model the performance of the property.