TRIMMING DOWN EXPENSES ON PROJECT SUPPLIES Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve tried to cut corners on finishes before—thought I was being cle...

Honestly, I lean toward paying more for proven stuff, especially for big surfaces like floors. The “new tech” options always sound great, but I’ve yet...

Navy and blush definitely had their moment, but after seeing it in every staged condo, it’s hard not to roll my eyes a bit now. Charcoal’s one of thos...

BANK LOAN GIVES YOU CONTROL Couldn’t agree more about the freedom. Investors can be a real headache if you care about the details. I’d rather deal wi...

Haha, good point. Hadn't really thought about it that way before. I guess investors can sometimes blur the line between "funding partner" and "wannabe...

Yeah, aluminum definitely holds up better over time. I've found magnesium floats fine for quick touch-ups, but if you're tackling a larger slab or a w...