[fastfredracing]

Sorry to hear, but be thankful, I have had a home totally destroyed by tenants. It took me six months of work to put it back together, and I had to clean some of the nastiest stuff I have ever seen. Landlording is not for the weak. We keep carpet to a minumum. bedrooms, and maybe one living area. Tile and linoleum are your friend.
All tenants lie. I have heard some great stories. It kind of sucks , but this business will harden you a little. I have some good tenants right now, but I have been through some woozies .
Good advice above, put in some berber carpet that will wear well, and in a color that will not show stains so much, fresh coat of paint where needed, and chalk it up to operating costs.