For us "newbies" connecting and engaging with people already in the game is imperative.  

Flooring has come a long way so I was hoping there was something line vinyl plank but for countertops in a large slab, I.e. something less expensive than stone, but still impervious to water, and tough enough to defend against any abrasions, scrapes, etc.  

Looking to learn in this group, engage in conversation and form friendship and business relationships.

I look forward to being engaged in the BP community and learning as much as possible. 

I found it helpful to learn about wholesaling and other RE things, but I have very little interest in engaging those things.

if I understand your question, the answer is that you cannot engage in 1031 exchange successfully in a property you already own. 

Basically to make it rental ready I would install vinyl plank flooring, paint(in and out), update a few fixtures, and install new appliances.

Hopefully these repairs can be done to replace a plank or isolated repair vs. full floor replacement.

Looking forward to engage with you all.

I do not want to engage in any political debate involving actual beliefs so I will leave it at that.Less than 4 years ago this exact same thread could have been made about our new gay marriage law.