On top of that we put in carpet risers which are around $8 for a set and very easy to swap out if they get dirty.2- LVP shouldn't be any cooler to the touch than hardwood floors, and when paired with a few area rugs, it should be just fine. 

I'd never seen a painted wooden floor in the living area of a house (other than a little checkerboard thing I had in a bathroom) before getting into this business, but they're quite common in lower end and Section 8 areas in these parts, done in a chocolate brown typically, with area rugs, it looks pretty good and is very cheap to re-do at the turns.

That was a pretty rugged looking first deal! 

Overall, if its just one room, I'd grind it down and epoxy over it, and have a 10+ year floor for my rental that would look great with area rugs.  

Similarly, touches like entryway rugs to collect some dirt/moisture can add some charm while helping keep floors clean. 

A spike in unemployment could negatively impact demand, particularly if an intensifying trade war leads to export tariffs, which could put jobs at risk.

Here is the cost breakdown: Install chimney cap: $1,630Crown coat: $380Waterproof chimney exterior: $495Flash seal: $599Install 16 ft of insulated stainless steel flue liner: $8,308Smoke chamber parge damaged area: $1,361Rebuild firebox: $2,610Install mount damper: $736Install approved heath rug: $215Total: Approximately $16,000. 

Upgrade light fixtures, get a nice mirror and distract the eye with some bold staging items (towels, rug, maybe a faux plant). 

Tenants can put down throw rugs if they want...

You'd be amazed at how a few furniture pieces, area rugs, accent pillows for sofas and wall art can make a difference.