I haven't had that specific issue, but I understand the importance of finding a durable, low-cost flooring option for rentals.

We would like to not have to put in more than $1200 per month out of our pocket.

I think you have a few options. 1. 

The area shows high rental estimate on the bigger pockets rental estimate tool.

They take No responsibility for their work after they record the deed according to one “Transaction Coordinator” who was active on Bigger Pockets Soliciting business. 

I have an opportunity to by a 6-unit property for $300K with a $240k Commercial loan and a Seller carry back of $60K at a 6% interest rate with a 5-year balloon. Carry back would be interest only payments for the 5 ye...

The townhome has appreciated in value to about $350k (per Zillow and RedFin) over the few years I’ve owned it, so estimating $150k in equity, about 45:55 self to bank equity ownership.The townhome now has a leak that has lingered and gotten worse over the few months waiting for an insurance claim decision, ultimately being denied coverage so now I’m stuck with having to cover the entire expense.I’m also considering selling the property once it is fixed so I can take the funds from this 1 single family property in Houston to apply towards funding a possible multi-family property in Austin, TX.The quotes to fix are around $15k-$20k, which I’m not excited to just pay out of pocket, nor do I think I really can at this point in time.

My husband and I have narrowed down our options and I would love some feedback from all of you wonderful people.  

It could be a good option if you're looking for long-term value growth.

@Caleb BrakeI just published my DFW 2-4 family report for 2024 here on my Bigger Pockets blog. https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/10185/103320-dfw-...Same as what @Bruce Lynn said, duplexes and fourplexes ARE very rare in DFW, at least compared to most other Texas markets.