Not sure if the upstairs tenant (heavyset person with a dog) plays a role.Seeking suggestions.

Now, if you haven't yet, now is the time for you to go see the situation in person.  

That depends on a lot of personal factors such as your finances.

I’m debating whether to furnish the shared areas or just stage them for photos and viewings.

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Check out the photos of this house we just designed in Central Texas.

BUT, let’s say for personal reasons you want to “stretch” for faster wealth accumulation.  

Unless there is an emergency situation, take a lot of photos and call your insurance agent before doing any repairs.

I’d suggest negotiating the furniture into the sale and then slowly swapping pieces later as you personalize the space.

I have attached a photo of my original property taxes along with the new projected property taxes.