There is no point in having screening standards if you are going to ignore them and try to make applicants fit that don't.That is the reason hobby landlords always get into trouble...they take unnecessary risks by ignoring their own screening policies.

Additionally, developers are leaning toward more social and health amenities such as game rooms, pools and gyms that will fit in with both age groups healthy lifestyles.Key Takeaways: While metro areas have seen growth, suburban areas have as well To meet the increase in sheer numbers of renters, developers are focusing on amenity choices Some of the most successful developments are ones which have the best mix of conveniences."

Perhaps the landlord could pay for a temporary membership to 24 hour fitness or something where your co-worker can shower?

It might be a good fit for you. www.naca.com I just completed this program and bought a 4 unit property and I have several friends that are going through the process now as well.

Reduce the list to properties that fit your criteria for a potential offerThen contact the owner, but it should not be a contact based on your knowledge of the property going into foreclosure or auction.  

@Andrew DanielIt really depends on the property and on your market.We will be doing a full-gut retrofit on a Victorian duplex (will be three units when we finish) and I am planning to send the two clawfoot tubs out to be refinished in a victorian era pastel aqua, red or yellow ... the form will fit the era, the colour will add a bit of pop and tie into a more modern vanity.

Some of this just has to do with the fit/finish of the rest of the property.  

If you fit it absolutely tight then you will no room for expansion.Your floor is unlikely to shift all to one side, if that is your concern.

So it fit. 

As long at it fits the guide @Fyzl Atmar mentioned you can find someone.