I give specifics on comps (new tile countertops, vs our new "granite").

I know a professional property manager who had a tenant steal all the kitchen cabinets, sink, and the countertop when the tenant left.Part of that is due to inadequate screening by these landlords and some of it may have been unpreventable.

For investors that learn from websites like these, you have to develop what guys like Donald Trump learned at the Wharton School of business and Robert Kowalski has learned.You have to learn how to evaluate the ROI like should I use marble counter top or hardwood floors for a better result.I wish you luck on your journey and hopefully you understand if not others may.

Size of rooms/ closet spaceWhat has been updated- granite counter tops, custom work?

Installation costs are considered low (under $10,000) but quality of home can still be as high as you would like (granite countertops, tile floors, etc).

Granite countertops can look like glass but still have pores that soak up water and will stain.

I have a two bedroom 5 miles away from Dulles International Airport (IAD)  and 5 miles from Metro stations (DC Silver line)The property is 2 BR and has two Master Suites and a Full kitchen and Dining room.The Basement could easily hold another bedroom but there the laundry room would have to be refitted as a full bath.Purchase Price is $350K$1800 a year in insuranceTax rate is 1.15%Assume 4.5% mortgageHOA - $80PITI @ $2300Average Bedroom rate is $55 per nightAssume 20 nights per month 3 bedrooms$3300 steady state RevenueHere is the list of things i would be willing to pay for:Upgrade to Kitchen - Countertop and AppliancesUpgrade to basement - Put in Full Bath and Stacked washer/dryer 50 inch LED TV for living room and Basic Verizon FIOS for wifi and cable Utility support for six months$100 of Uber Gift cards for 12 months for your guestsGood Coffee and Great Meat & Cheese monthly baskets for 12 monthsMake sure your revenue matches $300 + PITI for the first six monthsWhat am i forgetting....i need to sell in August / September so i have some time to deliberate.

Cleaning Cleanrefrigerator $25.00 Cleanstovetop $10.00 Cleanoven $30.00 Cleankitchencabinets $30.00 Cleankitchenfloor $25.00 Clean kitchen countertops $15.00 Cleantub/showersurround $30.00 Clean sink $15.00 Cleantoilet $20.00 Cleanbathroomcabinets&floor $20.00 Window cleaning (per window) $10.00 Vacuum/sweepthroughdwelling $40.00 Flooring Repaircarpet $85.00 Repairhardwood/laminatefloor $100.00 Replacelinoleum $6/sq. ft.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------[REVISE BELOW AS NEEDED]ADDRESS: [INSERT ADDRESS]LOCATION: [revise as needed]● 5 min drive to great shopping , dining, entertainment● 5 min drive to HEB Grocery Market● 4 minute walk to [ NAME ] Park● Quiet, low traffic neighborhoodFEATURES● Energy efficient One level (no stairs)● Hardwood floors● New Kitchen Countertops (will be installed 8/15; see photo)● New Stainless Kitchen Sink● New Stainless Refrigerator● New Stainless Dishwasher● Spacious master suite with walk in closets ● Fireplace with brick hearth ● Large living space with cozy fireplace and dining area● Master bedroom with full bath● New stainless steel appliances● Separate laundry room with washer/dryer connections● Two-car garage● Mature shade trees● Large fenced backyardTERMS:● 12-month lease or longer● Standard one-month deposit applies● Pets are welcome conditionally with pet deposit● No Section 8IF YOU ARE APPROVED, I WILL REFUND YOUR APP FEE!

Should I spend the extra money on granite countertops?