However, I would say there are people who you can hire to save money on your construction but you will need to have certain knowledge so they don't bs you and get away with things.

We also do a video move in with a check list they sign.

We are footing the bill.Take a look at this news video "Vancouver finds "flushable" wipes not so flushable".http://www.youtube.com/watch?

I bet they won't notice and I'll just tell the bank I own it" He most likely tested the waters in another way to see what he could get away with.

I know guy who has one of his books and liked it, but I've read some negative reviews of the video.

It's just really really bad, and "customer service" means I must bore my customers with all the gory details so they don't think I'm sitting on my hands or playing video games all day.There was more than one occasion when I had finally gotten all my ducks lined up, only to receive a notification that the program I was going to use was discontinued...immediately!

If you can get away with a basic white subway tile, think about using a darker grout (though not too dark) or laying it in a herringbone pattern to add some of that much sought after "pop".  

The option doesn't have to be cheap , but should be less labor intensiveCurrent Pic :Longer version :Bathroom : Great condition , well built , but outdated , needs cosmetic update to make it look modernProblem statement : Feel bad to rip off everything , found some options online , but I feel the demo videos from these companies don't tell the whole story , so was looking for things that BP members practically used and have feedback on.Ideas researched so far :Luxury tile like wall panels - so you can install the panel in one go rather than tilingTile over Tile - of course with some important considerations such as condition of existing tileReglazing bath tubPainting existing tiles and grouting Updating all the fixtures , cabinets with high end items

You may get away with some lower priced wood materials instead. 

Not sure how you get away with rent increases more than annually but if it works and tenants don't cause a ruckus then do it.