I expect the project will be a bit cheaper than the quote because I've been sourcing materials myself which were included in the quote and was able to buy new hardwood flooring on fb marketplace as well as buying nice hardwood cabinets from Habitat Restore that will be refinished instead of buying new plus a few other fun thrifted finds to keep costs down!

If styles change in a few years, it'll be cheaper to replace than a single refinishing of the wood floors that's typically done every 7-10 years. 

But here's the key: it doesn't have to be a full, high-end renovation to make a big impact.Tips to maximize ROI on a kitchen remodel:Focus on cosmetic upgrades: refinish or paint cabinets, add modern hardware, replace countertops with affordable yet attractive materials like quartz.Upgrade appliances to energy-efficient models if needed, but don’t over-splurge on luxury brands.Install new lighting fixtures and update backsplashes for a fresh, modern look.Typically, a well-executed kitchen remodel offers a strong return on investment, usually 70-80%, sometimes more depending on the market.If you're thinking about financing for your flip or want more specific ideas on where to spend wisely, I will be happy to help.Regards,Drago

When I did my next property, we made sure to refinish the basement AND the half bath because of what I saw on the appraisal report.

I refinish steps to get close to the LVP finish.

We did our lake house from 7 hours away but I bought stuff locally, refinished it as needed and we loaded up the van and drove it over.

Refinishing the hardwood floors3.

We renovated the upstairs with included: new kitchen countertops and backsplash, adding a half bath and laundry room to the main floor, refinishing the hardwood floors, painting everything, refreshing the main and master bathrooms (paint, new fixtures, regrouting tub/shower surrounds).

Most of the ones we won worked out ok, but one wreaked so badly of cat urine even after stripping out all the soft surfaces we cut our losses and sold it to a handyman unfinished who wanted to live in it and refinish it himself.  

Marble backsplashes, all new kitchens, bathrooms, HVAC, electrical, refinished hardwood flooring, etc, all with the idea that we would get better tenants, higher rents, lower vacancies, and less maintenance/repair requests.