clean and simple. 

Having tenants do odd jobs, such as clean-up, grass-cutting, or landscaping as a way to reduce rent may be construed as “consideration” and potentially subject you to carrying WC insurance.

The last 1 we put in had A LOT of dried thinset, grout, paint, etc in it (damn contractors) and it cleaned up perfectly.  

Your lease will have more or less depending on your needs.Steam Cleaning: I require the tenant to professionally steam clean the carpet upon move out and provide the Landlord with receipts.Professional Cleaning: Tenant is required to return the house in the manner such that it appears to be professionally cleaned.

I am challenged by your courage to give up security and dive head first into real estate.I could totally relate to your dad saying, "not to trade security for uncertainty".That is the mantra of typical Asian parents, especially 1st generation immigrants.  

Getting started in real estate investing with an owner occupy multi-family is a smart way to go if you can generate decent cash flow.I would suggest that you start attending the local REIAs, Both Rarebird and North West REIA boast a group of really knowledgeable investors and it will give you a chance to network and learn about the industry.

Here're the risks:- Risk to buyer: Closing agent found out title not clean - transaction canceled. 

Is it to generate a phone call or draw out motivation?  

If not, is there somewhere in the leases that charges CAM's: landscaping, plowing (if needed), or cleaning the parking lot?  

Per old lease tenant moved in early received 4 days of free rent in return for cleaning.