Just talked with our local Multi-Family Housing council hotline in Portland, Oregon and he said the courts here support prorating carpet over 7 years.But, he says if there is pet damage you are entitled to have the carpet replaced 100%, no prorating.

I have emailed the owner/agent asking questions and she has always responded within 15 minutes (not sure if shes just prompt or motivated) The seller said they put new tile and carpet in each unit.

I plan to immediately have pro landscaping job done, replace exterior carpeting on stairwells and either replace wooden decks or have them repainted depending on cost.

Between the pee stains in the carpet, the ad smells, and the liability of a dog bite, it's just not worth it to me.

Some random things that have crossed my mind: residential maid service, commercial janitorial service, carpet cleaning, towing, bed bug remediation, contracting/painting...

Or am I able to hire painters and carpet people?

You have to change out carpet, tile, repaint and repair everything in between tenants.

Again this is my opinion or my 0.02 cents, hahaha.My case was 3/8" standing water in/on carpet in a finished basement.

I've had carpet last 7 years.

They do authorize agents to ask for new paint/carpet before listing, and they typically list right at appraisal value.