@Monica Dixon  Hey Monica, the property was built in 1985, so not ancient, but definitely not in great condition. 

I realize this is an ancient post, but wonder if you found yourself a deal to BRRRR. 

In Seattle, to prove established (grandfathered, legal) use, you must show a permit for the use, or prove that the use existed prior to 1957, which has been established as a sort of "ancient amnesty" date. 

I want to rent an apartment or a duplex, but most places around here have ancient appliances from 20 years ago.

You are their landlord, an ancient cultural archetype of greed and cupidity, taking more than you deserve for what you offer, ready at a moment's notice to throw them shivering on the street and strew their belongings across the yard should life's vicissitudes overwhelm them one fine month and they're unable to pay you.

My houses all have old AC cable, my rule has been if it's ancient fabric coated it goes if at all possible, newer vinyl coated can stay.Account Closed I don't know where the OP is, but in NJ the owner cannot pull a DIY permit for a non owner-occupied home or a multifamily.

Look at any major architectural feats, the creation of ancient empires, historic works of art, and even the rise of Facebook and Uber; they were carefully and intentionally planned.

These properties also tend to be much cheaper than A and B class properties.D Class - Ancient, run-down homes.

We have quartz countertops, bifold aluminum doors (4 large open doors), beautiful new kitchen with crown molding cabinets, waterfall kitchen island, ancient stone wall in our living room, all hardwood floors, etc. they are comparing my house to houses with carpet, old cabinets/kitchen, etc.

It works for us because we didn't want to store things or bring them here,  they care for the ancient dog, we have a home base when we visit the U.S., etc.