If ever questioned, you will need to explain how you arrived at a reasonable salary; simply saying 50/50 won't do.

I figure if he had no energy to shave, he certainly don't have the energy to mow.The property is located in an "A" area, almost 100% homeowners, all with beautifully manicured lawns, so even when my tenants cut the grass, it's not even or edged, and there's no spring and winter cleanup, it still stands out looking unkempt.

You're in the Bay Area, have great income and enough money for a down payment, but none of the deals locally make sense because the numbers simply don't work on paper.You're a first time investor, so you aren't willing to take too big of a risk... that often rules out investing too far outside of state.

When you cross, simply tell the USA agents that the purpose of your visit is mixed personal (tourist) and business meetings.  

Pay for the removal and cut the $$$ price you pay for the building.

Of course this doesn’t affect income tax owed on my oregon rental income or job income generated in Oregon  one of the most tax effective plays in the US is live and work in SW Washington with No income tax then simply drive across the river to do all your shopping TAX FREE  .. 

You have so many options available to you in the future I'd simply take a look at today. 

Hard money is expensive money and cuts into profits.

If you are looking to simply fix and flip it, then appraised value is more important.

From research I've seen you cut your potential renter pool in half if you don't allow pets.