Opinions needed on getting home ready to sell

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I wish I was younger without the physical limitations I now have. But it is what it is and I have to hire someone to do the following.

I need to downsize and I have some general questions. First of all, let me say this is a split level built in the early 70's in an inexpensive neighborhood. So basically, granite and other high ticket items are out of the question.

I need new flooring in the kitchen, dining area and foyer...I am looking at laminate. There is vinyl flooring there now which is outdated. Would lowes or home depot be the way to go when it comes to price?

I also need carpet for the lower level, which I believe off the roll stock from hd or lowes which would be my best bet when price is a major consideration.

The countertop in the kitchen is tile surrounded by a nice wood frame. If I could get it re-glazed, it might be okay. Does anyone have any experience with having a countertop re-glazed?
The matching backsplash at minimum should be re-glazed as it is almond with gold flecks. It is also behind the fridge from the baseboard to the cabinet above the fridge. This is one reason why I don't wish to attempt removal of the backsplash.

The other choices for a counter top would be laminate or butcherblock. The longest stretch is 9'3" feet long, then it goes into an L for 4'6" with the stove on the shorter span. I could even split the two possibly into two materials like butcher block for the stove side and laminate for the longer span. Would this look too odd?

I need to keep my expenditures down as homes are only going for 25,000 more than I paid for it 16 years ago. I even considered selling it as is but another home in the neighborhood was on the market for almost a year and just finally sold. I am afraid offering as as-is would prevent anyone from even making an offer.

The contractor I had planned to use is booked solid.
Any ideas appreciated!