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		 If the theory is you are going to save the first floor, just what are you saving: 
old wiring  
rodent infested insulation 
old windows 
the nice avocado plumbing fixtures 
antique kitchen 
old siding 
flooring 
Oh, you are saving the framing and how much a square foot will you have into it? 
Might work out for you if you are willing to invest a ton of sweat equity, I'd rather do a new one than a total gut renovation. 
		
		
		
		
		
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