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Electric: is the easiest to split, but may require holes cut in walls to separate the units.Gas: gas lines aren't as flexible as wires, but it can usually be done affordably.Water: most cities will NOT install additional water meters on a property.

Neutral paints, accent walls.

Install low profile LED lights or wall sconces.If this is an investment property you need to be thinking about returns.

When I subsequently asked the tenant over the phone how many cats she had she said four, which is likely half the number she actually has, but is still a lease violation.At this point I feel like it’s pointless to even ask if the cats are neutered (and therefore less likely to spray urine on walls) because clearly she is willing to lie to me and her attitude seems to be that she makes the rules not me or the lease.

The previous owners took reservations mostly by phone, wrote them on a big paper wall calendar and hand keyed CC numbers into a terminal 😲The bunk beds have been a huge win. 

@Albert Gallucci this is the 64,000 question and I tend to agree with @Jaron Walling it's really not that cut and dry. 

If your local market is very active and homes are selling fast, you may be able to get by with doing less.Your Home’s Condition: If your home is vacant or has a unique layout, using a professional stager who can bring in the right furniture and accessories may help buyers truly visualize its full potential.Your Budget: Talk to your agent to get an idea of staging costs in your area, as it can be the difference between your house selling and sitting.

Walls are priced one way, ceilings another, then you have baseboard, trim and doors. 

It's not fully closed as in drywall, it's sort of a faux wall on our side, but the tenant could open the door on his side and come through if he wanted.