It's such a small area I would put down tile.

Then, give the GC or (Tile Contractor), enough to buy the tile only...after they are completely finished, then pay them the balance due on the tile ....only.

You could potentially install a mini split for the downstairs unit so they can control it themselves but that's a more costly remodel.

I'm pretty flexible with what flooring goes down - Carpet, sticky tile, painted concrete, etc.

The exterior we removed all sheeting and replaced everything and installed vinyl to update it.

Consider an Installment Sale: By structuring the sale to receive payments over multiple years, you can spread the capital gains tax liability over time, potentially keeping you in a lower tax bracket each year.11.

.$69.99 eufy SoloCam S220 Solar Powered - https://www.amazon.com/eufy-Security-Continuous-Resolution-C...We did buy these for the rental but I haven't installed them.

If you choose to sell, consider post-retirement timing, installment sales, or a 1031 exchange to mitigate taxes.

You just paid more than buying a washer and dryer with delivery an installation.

We started seeing savings immediately after the installation.