Good points overall, but honestly, grading isn't always a simple fix either. I've seen plenty of yards where adjusting the slope just shifts the probl...

- Been there myself—had an investor who started off totally hands-off, then gradually turned into a micromanager. - Learned the hard way: now I spell...

You're right to be cautious—drainage can definitely spiral into bigger headaches. A few quick thoughts from my experience: - DIY is fine for cosmetic...

Fair point, but honestly, sometimes I wonder if we're fighting a losing battle here. I've built homes for years, and no matter how much UV film or fan...

Good point on green upgrades potentially cutting down on surprises, but a couple things to keep in mind: - Green retrofits definitely help with effic...

- Totally agree with engineered lumber being more stable—definitely cuts down on callbacks and headaches later. - That said, I've found standard studs...

Fair points, but I'd push back a bit on the idea that custom finishes don't matter much. Sure, appraisers lean heavily on square footage and comps, bu...

- Wear long sleeves, gloves, and a decent respirator—not just a flimsy mask. - Baby powder helps keep fibers from sticking to skin, weird but true... ...

Fair points on bamboo flooring, but I think it really depends on the specific product and how it's installed. I've seen bamboo floors hold up surprisi...

- Smart thermostats are good, but they're definitely oversold sometimes. Seen plenty of homeowners think it'll fix their sky-high bills without addres...

Totally agree on needing more solid data. A few quick thoughts from experience: - Smart thermostats definitely help older, draftier homes more—there'...

Yeah, I've seen this happen firsthand. Had a client insist on SharkBites for their kitchen remodel because they'd heard how easy they were. Sure enoug...

Fair points overall, but I wouldn't completely write off veneer just yet. I've done a fair share of builds in some pretty unforgiving climates, and ye...