More freedom to tailor your investment to the guests' needs.More privacy for the guestsSecurity and keys can automatedMore rooms for more quality pictures!

He prides himself on having "realistic" standards and claims to value inner qualities over appearance.

Are their listings detailed with good-quality photos?

You are being very conservative to avoid making mistakes, and that is a rare, admirable quality in real estate that is often undervalued. 

My rule of thumb is the more details you include about the property the more quality leads that you obtain.

Quote from @Michael Smythe: @Zachary YoungRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

Buy quality assets with NON section 8 tenants that have 700 fico scores thats safe bet in the US>  And what I do ..

I've walked their properties in-person, and their build quality is good.

For the right people with the right perspective, it could be a great way to diversify your investment and enhance your quality of life. 

looking to accurate my rehab costs calculator, specifically in the Pittsburgh area.Of course, It varies from one investor to another, depending on the quality, standard, size, condition, and team.I am looking to get a range or see how much you pay for each remodeling. 1) what's your range for remodeling a kitchen completely (granit, backsplash, tiles, etc)?