As a listing agent, I explain to seller that an inspection can be more protection for them, anyway, because 1) buyer waives right to repair anything discovered in the inspection if not negotiated during inspection period, so fewer surprises at final Walk Through, and 2) buyer less likely to succeed in blaming seller later for something even their own professional didn’t find (unless seller was really hiding it).

.- Carpets must be professionally cleaned or, if necessary, replaced if there is excessive wear.- The yard must be in good order with no debris, either natural or other.

Part 2 is prosecute licenses who “wholesale” (contract flip) as not adhering to professional standards of the license.  

Maybe get a professional painter in for a quote and explain what happened and see what they think went wrong. 2.

You'll see a ton of people make money on the connection to the realtor, investor, and/or professional versus being them him/herself.

It's essential to build a team of professionals, property managers, real estate agents, and contractors who specialize in investment properties.

So as a 'reward' for tenants being good, I paid to have professionals go steam clean the carpet twice a year.

If you were competing against us... a friendly respectful, professional-behaving couple that didn't monthly harass them like a desperate maniac you will lose.4.

I’ve been considering it for a long-term rental, AirBnB, or even a short-term rental for professionals.

Readers should seek professional advice.