This appears to be another article designed to capture eyeballs by creating controversy. 

What type of MEP work are you putting into the design for getting the sewer, water, power, and internet (assuming you're not extending gas) to the inside of the building? 

This alone was most effective.

Living and working overseas can present unique challenges when it comes to securing financing, but there are definitely loan options designed for situations like yours.

Why are you looking to buy such a big house to rent, the numbers usually won't work unless you go nuts on the design.

To do this successfully, you'll need to find reliable and cost-effective contractors and tradespeople.

It is not going to be cost-effective to run a vent for a dryer.

There are also loans that are specifically designed for this type of property if there is enough work that needs done.  

He felt spending more time disputing the rejection was not cost effective and i see his point but suspect airbnb recognizes this and uses it to their advantage.  

I ended up investing out of state in a more landlord friendly / cost effective market.First thing I'd recommend is figuring out your investing strategy (single family / small multi-family 2-4 units) and attend some local meet ups to network with other investors to learn from their mistakes.