The question is how do I structure the deal to make it work out for all parties?

Check that with your tax advisor and structure the debt between the properties from an income tax perspective accordingly.  

Pay particular attention to how much of a deposit you need to provide, to be authorized to bid.Look into the fee structure they site charges and if it is above and beyond your bid price, or included.Download their "sample contract" and go over it...Then...

You do need to consult with a local attorney and CPA to set up a structure that fits your plan.  

The cost to replace will depend on whether those are still structurally sound enough to sister in new joists ( basic labor job plus lumber ) or if they are crumbling and need to be removed to be replaced ( major job, skilled labor, temporary supports, remove and replace ).

Can anyone recommend a structural engineer in the Bay area in the commercial/industrial space?

@Anthony Russel You can accomplish what you are trying to do in a much more effective way using PROPERLY structured cash value life insurance.  

Generally speaking though, most states require a person doing business to either; open a new business or register their own business, unless they are operating under certain types of organizational structures.

Not on structuring deals so our borrowers fail.

If I am doing simple repairs, no structural changes and simple cosmetic upgrades, do we need to account for these aforementioned fees in my rehab budget?