I have just finished putting down 3 pallets of laminate in some of my rehabs, the most important things to look for are length of tongue (the short tongues have a tendancy to want to snap, plus they can move eisier), resistance to moisture, and of course looks.

Apply solution of oxidizing bleach (chlorine or perborate) Do not use chlorine bleach on wool or silk. 5.

The contractor will resist as that is the first indication of a knowledgeable client .

Sorry, I just couldn't resist.

;) (couldn't resist).

It's been such a fire sale the last few years it's been hard to resist and since we don't buy unless the property cash flows, it's worked out ok.

If this is purely an investment property (and it sounds like it is), that could be part of the reason for the higher interest rate and level of resistance you're seeing.

If you do, don't put carpet in the basement until you are absolutely sure it's dry after heavy rains and use mold resistant dry

If you don't have money or credit, I would suggest becoming an ally with someone who does.Overcome resistance with persistance.

When you go to increase every year you will typically get less resistance as you are the best or one of the best deals in town.