If it is an old house that needs lots of work, I'm going to bet the original estimate of a few weeks was wrong.

There are many other choices also. just put it in google and watch all the choice come up. 

A google shopping search (mainly home depot) has waaay too many choices that all look the same, so I'm hoping someone with more experience might be able to help me out here.

Your best bet would likely be cash for keys.

So, when trying to split utility bills, that they agreed to in their leases, we've had Class C tenants not pay claiming other unit(s):1) Are using more of the utility then they are2) Have more people3) Are having family & friends over to wash their clothes4) Wash their car5) Etc...When we've taken nonpaying tenants to court and included nonpaid split utilities in their past due balance, some judges have thrown out the utilities.We still split utilities on multi-unit leases, but warn owners it may not be able to get tenants to pay.Best bet is to separate when possible.

We give them the choice, and I have never had a tenant pick option #1. #2 is clean and easy and costs are known.

Maybe take the time to get really straight on your financial goals and then meet with a CPA to get a better grip on how your choices will affect you personally. 

The answer from your choice bookkeeper is, "how much do you want it to be?"

Start with the end in mind and the choice becomes easier.

I think I am just nervous to do anything at this point for fear of making the wrong choice, yet again.