Or the guy that was scraping the floor before I set the tile in a bathroom last Saturday.

Hi James - I published this article last year here on BiggerPocekts that pretty much covers your exact question/situation and lays out the options, etc - hope it helps!

-Sauna-Hot Tub-Patio/courtyard (large cement tiles on crushed bluestone with lighting, natural gas line to bbq)-Secondary patio off primary suite-Losing sq feet in the primary bedroom to enlarge the bathroom-High grade cabinets-Appliances with cabinet fronts-High end appliances (Viking/Miele instead of GE Cafe)-Outdoor shower (teak box walls with a dry well beneath the footprint)-Wiring for Cat6 to every room-Wiring for surround speakers (or including the speakers that are built into the walls)-Sonos whole-home audio system-Hardwired cameras (with on-site storage) to the exterior of the house-Smart features: thermostats are a given, but how about light fixtures, switches, aromatherapy, fans ... anything else?

For example, they get "x" amount of $ for every door knob they switch, "x" amount to change a light fixture, to lay LVP flooring (per sq ft), to hang a door, etc.

We also tiled the entire first level because the property is partially built into a hill and this would help reduce moisture issues.We also added a stacked laundry center by the front entrance.

So I've been laid off of my job after 3 years with the company due to a company wide lay off.

Fresh paint throughout, minor repairs, updated outlets/switches, backsplash tile in kitchen/bathroom.

@Christopher Blanco I have used regal carpet and tile on more than one occasion

Sure, I mean it may lay it out nicely and compare both but I believe it is all relative in different markets at different times.

Floor and Decor is a great place for tile combined with the selection and the savings over HD and Lowe's makes this store a good resource.