No, MTR guests don't need or expect Le Creuset or All-Clad luxury pots and pans ...... but that shouldn't give hosts license to raid thrift stores to stock their kitchens, either!

Rising rents is going to stir the pot.

My personal preference is old style coil tops, because the renters tend to ruin smooth tops with their cheap pots, but I'd do a cheap smooth top before gas. 

Brand new toasters, blenders, pots and pans, silverware, etcLook for appliances at big name Appliance Stores that sell seconds or lightly damaged units (scrapes on the side or back)... 

@Stephen Macknik Just my anecdotal advice--some people will never voluntarily move.

Only appropriate potted plants and other outdoor furniture are permitted on patios, decks and balconies.

They can gaslight you, but that is just a distraction.They actually sell wipes to detect pot residue on walls, but I am not sure if they work and I would not spend the time or energy in engaging in establishing "proof" - you'll put up walls and they'll just dig more tunnels.Instead, I would:Contact their case worker ASAP, cite the behavior as a lease violation with her, and state that in addition to it being a breach of lease, it is creating health concerns for your family. 

They were upfront about it and voluntarily paying for the damage so that is a reasonably good guest in my opinion.I have never been to harsh with someone that told me up front and then paid for damage.On the other hand someone got mad andnbroke this door and hou have the hassle of getting it fixed.So I personally would give them a good review and welcome them back in the future.I'm sure others on here will want to roast them alive.

Heavy pots and pans should not be stored under the sink to permit access for repairs.

At the pawnshop or thrift store buy a crock pot.