Replace it or you will regret it down the road.

Your comment kind of speaks to what I am afraid of,  he's generally supportive but I'm not sure he fully understands the sacrifice that may be involved and I don't want any resentment down the road. 

Are there any items I need to consider before going down this road?

I don't mind taking time off and purchasing out of state either (within reason - I'd prefer to keep them towards the west), so if any RE Agents/Brokers/Investors/etc.. want to link up down the road if there are good purchases to be made, I'd like to do business/partner up with you!

Please check out the link and please come and join this Wednesday in Orchard park @ 6pm  4264 North Buffalo Road 3rd Floor Orchard Park, New York 14127.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/56...Hope to see you all there!

I know this road is NOT easy, but at the very least I would like to learn as much as possible so I can one day put the knowledge to use.

the places i called are individual stores on the side of the road or in an industrial complex with not much traffic. i thought they would be under 1k for a tiny counter like the one i need. i have not found an individual dealer/installer with rock bottom prices.i agree that 700 more is worth it for a flip, but does not make much sense for a rental unless it's higher end. taking a laminate off and replacing a cabinet is a breeze compared to breaking the granite to get to the problem.

If this tenant is making a big issue out of this, there may be more coming down the road.  

Its a rough estimate, but I think it's a goof road-map.    

It's on a slightly busy road with lots of cars going by and lots of witnesses.