If you keep it as an investment property, a lot may depend on your location and condition.

You can make minor adjustments based on the type of appliances (dishwasher, clothes washer and dryer, air conditioning, etc.) and the size of the rental.

Personally, I follow this standard for every application I receive:- Income of at least 3 times the monthly rent (verified through the employer)- Credit score of 580+- Rental verification with past landlords (no outstanding balances, no late payments, and the property left in acceptable condition)- No history of collections, evictions, or criminal offenses- No overdue debt (except medical debt)This process has helped me place quality tenants over the years.

As others advised, get a structural engineer in there to review the conditions.

Also, Dubai offers very good living conditions for expats.

How long do they sit on the market, are you finding them in move-in-ready condition, or will they need work before you move in? 

What is the appreciation, condition, community, class level and vacancy rates?

Look at their rental history, the conditions of their previous residence, and ensure they have a good track record with past landlords.

Personally, if your market tends toward the former condition (better/normal appreciation) I think it's a fairly safe deal looking at the long term, assuming infrastructure around you continues to support the idea of renting it.

If two funds need money for litigation support, that seems telling on the current financial condition.