Expect to have the problem resurface and pay to retreat if they are the source of the infestation.

Resurfaced countertops instead of replacing.

There are companies that resurface counter tops.

Years ago, I had an old pocelean over iron tub repaired with epoxy then resurfaced the whole thing.

You and your Realtor need to check the balance sheet for the community to make sur that there is enough working capital to cover any 'proposed or special assessments' that may be looming (replacing roofs or painting buildings, resurfacing driveways and parking areas)- if the HOA isn't in good shape with enough reserves, all owners will get a hefty, nasty surprise to 'band together' to pay for major repairs- and it's usually at the most inconvenient time.

Things like new lighting, ceiling fan, touch up paint, refinishing or modifying existing cabinets, re-surfacing tub, etc are all money & time savers that still meet the needs of the tenants, and put in at the rent price point I am targeting..

You can learn to do drywall, install flooring, paint, resurface a tub.

Paint, Drywall, Flooring, Turn Repair, construction resurfacing, and power washing.

Resurface can cost about $8KRedoing the pool, resurfacing, checking and confirming no leaks, redoing the heater/motor.. $20K-$30K..

That’s a 45 year old issue which is not likely to resurface.