BUILDING BASE STRUCTURES—WHAT IF YOU HAD TO START OVER? I get what you mean about the noise, but I’ve actually found open concept can work if you’re ...

Interesting point about engineered bamboo—I had a similar experience with cork flooring that was supposedly eco-friendly. It looked great on paper, bu...

Totally agree with tackling insulation yourself—it's manageable with proper precautions. Another thing to consider is ventilation; proper airflow can ...

Totally agree on the cellulose and smart vapor barrier combo—it’s been a lifesaver on a couple of my recent projects. Haven’t personally tried spray f...

That's a good point about the mental load aspect. I've found that even if calendar alerts aren't perfect, pairing them with something visual or physic...

That's a really good point about refinancing down the line. I recently worked with a client who initially went with their builder's lender because it ...

I can definitely relate to the struggle with tough soil conditions. We've worked on a few projects where the land was affordable but came with similar...

Congrats, that's awesome news! I work with clients who go through this all the time, and trust me—you're not alone in the coffee overload, haha. Now t...