For example, it's not going to say to replace the carpet with hardwood and to replace the vinyl with tile. 

BTW the first floor ceiling is 1924 lath & plaster. the floor above is original hardwoods. hence the preference for blown insulation.

Our plan is to update the place so that it looks fresh and clean, but no granite/SS/hardwoods, etc.  

I'd replace it, either with Carpet or a rental friendly hardwood or tile.

Hardwood floors..last...My deadline...3/1....Ok it's probably not going to happen...Breathe...Need to alter plans...RE at it best..But It's ALL GOOD!!!

Plan is to put in new kitchen, replace the two full baths, add hardwood floors/crown moulding throughout plus a skylight or two.Any recommendations would be appreciated.Thank you in advance BPers!

Typical construction of south city is brick about 3 layer deep with hard wood floors these house were built to last.

We are going to be redoing the entire electrical, plumbing, and heating systems, so we aren't afraid to move some walls.The hardwood in the living room and bedrooms looks good (isn't cupping or bowing) but I am not sure if I should spend the time sanding and sealing or if another solution is recommended.

She never updated, original 50s kitchens, bathrooms and even floors ( hardwoods) seriously not one red cent to update in 17 years, even with all that she did just fine.

I had an appraisal done on the house a month ago and the appraiser thought it was actual hardwood (I can definitely tell the difference but it still looks pretty close.)