But deals that just need basic cosmetics.

My Lease agreements read, " IMPROVEMENTS AND REPAIRS: Tenant(s) agrees to not make any improvements or repairs or cosmetic alterations to the property without prior written consent from the landlord.

Surgery education? 

I've had to rip out the wall and replace some of the plumbing around the shower, my HVAC has broken, a few little cosmetic fixes took longer than they should.

I've had to rip out the wall and replace some of the plumbing around the shower, my HVAC has broken, a few little cosmetic fixes took longer than they should.

I've had to rip out the wall and replace some of the plumbing around the shower, my HVAC has broken, a few little cosmetic fixes took longer than they should.

Once I take possession and I can go through it with a fine tooth comb I make sure all major systems are up to date as long with cosmetic ones.

Luckily, a lot of the work was cosmetic.

It might be possible to do a BRRRR with a cosmetic rehab in your area, but not every area supports that. - When you refi, you don't have to refi out the maximum (75-80% of the ARV).

(for cosmetic reasons, some people will tint the Waterproofer grey to hide bleed through better)Good Luck!