However, a lot of the time a good Architect will work with an engineer, or interior designer or cabinet maker, etc. to find the most economical solution.

Do that before the flooring in case you make a mess.I'm not sure I'd bother tiling the basement unless the basement is finished and you can't do carpet (and I'd do a softer indoor/outdoor down there)As for the kitchen--do you really need new cabinets or can they be salvaged?  

Now, if you are in a rental situation where there is continuity between all the rooms already and you are looking for the next level of pizzazz, you can update old laminate counter tops with new laminate counter tops, lay vinyl plank flooring in the kitchen and bath, spend a little more on bath and kitchen light fixtures, add a few USB charging outlets, install ceiling fans in bedrooms instead of flush mount fixtures (but remember, more moving parts means more points of failure which can equal more maintenance calls - however if you are getting better tenants and higher rent, maybe that doesn't matter - I personally try to remove points of failure - spray hose from sink, ice maker from freezer, garbage disposal, really anything having to do with water).

Hello @Sherman McLendon,Try changing your perspective - deals can be found in other places from Real  Estate groups within your area of interest: real estate investing associations (REIA), and google meet ups opportunities like Deal Makers.

NOT the investors they have cash I mean the facilitator deal makers.. looking for cash.

Installing a condenser (outdoor unit), indoor coil and lineset, as well as the electrical service needed outside, will probably run you 5k. 

This IS NOT a money maker for the agent.

Sounds like we've got a money maker here!

You will see many names of companies you recognize on buildings currently being built or recently built in Dubai.Probably the coolest thing I saw was the indoor ski run with a full-size chairlift!

It means those contractors are likely to stay in business and be there when they need them back.My local REIA has a Deal Maker's email list.