Would they only frame and sheet rock and I'd be responsible for everything else (cabinets, counter tops, flooring, bathroom furnishings, mud/taping/pain, trim)?  

So, when you say the property has the be "move in ready" does that mean I cannot rehab the place (upgrading floors, cabinets, countertops, etc.) with a conventional loan?

In the past I would have never considered granite counter tops. however in our area after the crash, lots of houses that had been renovated for sale were no offered as rentals.

Which color counter tops do you prefer for those cabinets?

The floors were recently replaced with new LVP last year, new sink and countertop this year, new hvac this year.

I didn't account for replacing the galvanized plumbing lines, replacing the cabinets (thought I could reface them), or putting in granite countertops.

I would be the person who decided if the market demanded a certain type of counter top, what type of flooring, if it was worthwhile to replace the roof for added value or not, if new siding is cost efficient, etc.

Some of the things that we don't typically do that we could for relatively low cost are (keep in mind that these are houses below median price in my area - so granite counters and the like are not really necessary, but might be an option) installing fancy tile backsplashes, tile granite counter tops, under cabinet lights, recessed lighting, wainscoting/chair rails, spending more on curb appeal, outdoor living areas (large custom decks etc) and other things that can get rather expensive.I'm not wanting to spend a lot but am willing to add something extra if it will help sell houses faster.

Typically renters will not take care of a house that owners would.Ex: laminate flooring, formica counter tops, etc.

Cabinets, countertops, flooring and paint isn't that tough and can make a big difference.