You can use old cars, appliances, mannequins, furniture, etc.  

I always go in with a simple offer of this is the rent, and we are also comfortable giving you a (insert something you need to do anyways like a basic, white paint job or a new appliance).This is one of the most uncomfortable parts of the business though, and the quicker you get over being able to have these conversations, the quicker you will be successful in this business.

They could take the appliances with them.

Perhaps one level is just to clean up the unit and install new appliances.

Appliance repair person lined up, warranties don't work fast enough for STRs, you need to pay to have an appliance fixed or replaced right away.

I believe my home can benefit from minor renovations in the basement bathroom, new laundry appliances, painting, and replacing railings on the home's exterior.  2. 

More of the same! Good news! 

Here in CA over 40% of households are renters.

Now using the de minimis/routine maintenance safe harbors instead of bonus depreciation for appliances, carpet and the like.

How to you properly charge the tenants seasonal usage (high in winter/low in summer) and when there's not equal gas appliances between the units?