Like you said, unfortunately the plumbing is not modern and luxurious.

Plus for those of us who are not doing this full-time, don't neglect the job that actually carries you and affords you luxury to invest.

If you don't get results, let them know that you're going to your state's real estate commission to lodge a formal complaint.Depending on the amount, there's also small claims court. 

Purchase price: $345,000 Cash invested: $69,000 Fiance & I are looking for a place to move into before the wedding, but didn't break the bank because we weren't sure where the future would take us.Found this nice 1br, 1ba luxury townhouse on top of a garage & carport, and almost immediately put in an offer ~$4k below asking.Went the traditional 20% down route with a 3.75% fixed 30-year mortgage.COA/HOA dues are ~$250 but include all exterior maintenance (including snow) & water.Purchased essentially move-in ready.

Here in Arizona investors want to see at LEAST a cap rate of 10% on lower class rentals [On more luxurious or in demand locations they are usually willing to go down to 6% or even 5%] That means that they want to see 10% of the building's cost is paid by the year's net proceeds.

I’ve used it many of my rental properties - bathrooms, kitchens, laundry room, entry.https://www.flooranddecor.com/nucore-flooring/driftwood-oak-rigid-core-luxury-vinyl-plank---cork-back-100109750.html#q=Nucor&start=2Very durable, easy install, cork backing helps with small floor imperfections, can get completely wet with no mold issues.

Economical high end finishes always help to take a small property and make it feel like a luxury remodel.

I see REI as investment diversification but time is a luxury I don't have. 

I would rather save money by living cheap and spend more and live in luxury but stay stuck as a renter. 

I have (2) luxury four bed / 2 bath units in E Humboldt that have just been completed (entire building gut rehab).