Otherwise look into better quality LVT (something with an AO or Ceramic Finish for scratch resistance.

My very 1st tenant, as I was resisting becoming accidental landlord, I rented to friends of family a rent to own contract for deed where maintenance was all on them.

@Rigo MonzalvoFunctionFire resistant walls provide sufficient time to discover a fire, control it and evacuate the building if necessary.

I do buy higher quality carpet (think durable and best wear-resistant and not pretty and fluffy) that looks decent and stands up to abuse.

If they resist it's a deal killer but you can soften the demand by telling them the bank requires these for loan underwriting.

@Jon Gorham Student housing can be a great investment just make sure that you use really durable materials (high traffic carpets, stain resistant paint etc) to help the house stand up to the potential beating it will take from the tenants and remove things that break easily or increase your liability (IE ceiling fans).

@Chris HanrattyIf you are living paycheck to paycheck as you say resist the urge to make your life even more delicate by borrowing money in so called "creative financing".

While the Laminate is highly scratch resistant and water resistant with good resale value it does have an issue with spills being left on the surface for a period of time.

You're almost there, remember, persistence overcomes resistance. :) keep us posted and go get em!

@Tony StewartTough to implement on a cash flowing property because of owner resistance to the concept.