All indicators point in the right direction.

Have the tenant sign a Lease Amendment indicating that the tenant is responsible for the cost of installation of the charger, any maint and repairs, and also removal cost (if desired later by you or the HOA). 

What really bothers me is these so-called gurus are all using the same model... entice you with glitz and glamour of how you can become a "Real Estate Genius" by using there systems only to find out after you have paid thousands of dollars to them most of the info they teach can be found for free or at least minimal costs.  

Does anyone have any ideas on how to minimize that tax liability and still continue with my original intent, or is my only option a 1031 (I'm aware of DST but don't see that as a great option).  

I've spent the last year or so (on and off) looking for my first investment property to house hack but have had minimal luck.

For instance, a property in Windsor Terrace purchased in the year 2000 for $140k is now worth $1.2 Million, conservatively.A more recent purchase, a Brownstone I purchased in 2015 for $900k and renovated for $300k, so all in for $1.2k is worth $2 Million now.Do keep in mind that past performance does not indicate future performance.However, these kinds of numbers are very typical from 1998 to now.When I was teaching, I used to ask my Investor Students, "What is a Bargain?"

Occasionally you will get no occupation which if they fill in an agency or other info is fine but you have to have minimal data.

Mice infestations, especially in the attic, might indicate damage to insulation, wiring, and wood, which could become a major repair if the damage is extensive.

You can purchase the first one with a private loan from your dad or cash to minimize risk, and leverage a second or third property with a bank loan and the rest of your cash.

You don't give any indication of what you can afford, so it's hard to give you much more advice than that.When asking for directions, it helps to know where you are at and what mode of transportation you are using (foot, bicycle, Ford F-350, Porsche 911, etc.), and where you want to end up.