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@Joseph ODonovan

Thanks. Agreed. I am planning on buying material myself. 

@Will C.

I am trying to avoid using carpets - as they've to be changed between tenants n tenants ruin them. Plus- allergies.

@Jim K.

Cheers!

@Rick Wade

The hunt is fun indeed !

@John Teachout 

Its a class b at best long term rental- thats  why hiping LVP would be a good value durable option

This is an excellent idea. When you say cement paint- do you mean epoxy paint mixed with sprinkle flakes. Would save a ton of money.

Was originally planning on making half the basement into a bedroom ( its separated that way) thats why I wanted LVP. But I suppose the cement paint w/flakes would serve as a good durable ( and cheaper floor ) also. 

@Jim K.

That is correct. 

I realize that this is completely out of my skill set. Hence, I spend time here /blogs/youtube to learn - which is why I truly appreciate all the comments here. 

Got this deal after making 10-15 offers last year. Got 2 different home inspections/ termite/mold etc before buying. They said the home was grounded to plumbing which is what many homes built in the 1960s were .  Only time will tell if these inspectors were worth their fee.

Was able to get the deal at a decent price/ good loan terms- will figure out the minutiae with time. Tons and tons of information and helpful people (like yourself) out here in BP and online. Thnx! 

@Maurice Smith Thats a good idea- I am planning on using a property manager anyways- might as well get them now and see if they can help.

@Jim K.

Thanks a ton.

Interesting point of view on old homes /retail pricing in Harrisburg area.  The deal I got is actually part of an estate sale and I was able to negotiate a decent price as the (sellers)kids did'n't want to negotiate much I guess. 

Clearly, I need to  educate myself regarding these flooring / shoe molding terminology. Don't understand much about these things yet. No wonder I am being quoted such rates. 

Good to know about the handyman registration thing.  Thnx!

@Karl B.

Do these handymen need license/insurance/workers comp and all that or that's just for contractors. Thanks.

@Kyle Nelson

noob question again- by local flooring company- do you mean a flooring subcontractor or a flooring material supplier or both.  Where do these flooring companies get their material from.

@Chuck Fagala

@Shadonna N.

It does appear as if they are charging me NJ/NY/ cheat the newbie rates! . Glad to have BP pro's cross check this quote.

Unfortunately, I cannot do any this myself as am not handy/ no time/ live 2.5 hours away. So I will have to rely on other people. 

Thank you for all your suggestions.

@Will C.

Thanks. Never knew I could look on Groupon for remodel. Awesome.