Right, the list of things to maintain and/or replace is never ending; rugs, AC filters, light bulbs, water filter in fridge, detector batteries, pest control, coffee maker, stove eyes and pans, silverware, bowls, glasses, sofa cushions, pillows, blinds, brooms, mops, vacuum, brushes, shower curtains, bath mats, beach towels. 

I find most of my long term tenants just use cheap runners or area rugs to cover older flooring until they leave.

Have a focal point in every room, art, a rug, something eye-catching for a subject that ties the room together and make sure at least a few shots have low depth of field and focus on that feature (blurry background...hence focal point).8.

Multiple sets of sheets, multiple sets of bath towels, at least (4) pillows per bed, kitchenware, accessories, rugs, artwork and outdoor furniture.

But this just means the competition between nationwide brokerage is intensified, folks expecting tech-driven RE company like Costar's homes.com and Zillow to take over traditional nationwide brokerage that lacks of efficiency or transaction cost.As real estate volume reduces and reduced commission would be the new game, I don't expect traditional brokerage could survive if they don't adapt. 

You can also create an area for foot wiping either by having a covering at the door like an entry rug or if it works I have seen people have a tiled entry and carpet elsewhere. 

It's the parents job to raise the rug rat; not that landlord.

Plus I think furnishing it with a rug may protect the recently finished floorsRental Pricing Guidance: Beyond the furnishing dilemma, I'm seeking advice on how to strategically price my rentals.

The HOA told me that though that's a bit low, they will allow it as long as I use area rugs so that 80% of the unit is covered by rugs or carpet (I have carpet in the bedrooms).  

For example, moving all the furniture out of the room, rolling up the rugs etc to visually inspect every inch of the flooring probably won’t fly.