You may have to do some further digging and/or social engineering to get in contact with them, or at least send a few postcards to each of their properties.Goodluck out there!

@Juan Jimenez We have done a lot of work on our own houses (3 in the past) and my husband is a master electrician/electrical engineer and I passed the general contractor exam (just haven't gotten my license yet as I haven't needed it) so I think we will be ok doing a little work on this first one.

Engineered hw is easier to install and it is cheaper, but would the buyer ask about it or can we put it as "hardwood floor" to the MLS ad?

RPI in Troy is a respected university with serious engineering students who won't trash your apartments, according to one of my clients who also owns buildings in Troy.  

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A little bit about myself - My educational background is in architectural engineering with a focus in construction management.

I love my day job as a software engineer but want to have multiple revenue streams and rental properties look like a good opportunity for steady cashflow and long term wealth.

I currently work as an engineer and project manager in the healthcare industry.

Depending on the job, it could be similar in price to installing the stairs inside with all the engineering that would be required.

The engineering they put behind it to make sure the parts work together and the marketing they put behind the brand is the differentiation.