WHAT’S A “NORMAL” LENGTH FOR CONSTRUCTION LOANS THESE DAYS? Paperwork snafus are the worst. I swear, half my gray hairs are from chasing down one mis...

You nailed it with the “picking through is part of the job now” bit. I’ve spent way too many hours at the yard, squinting down stacks and trying to fi...

Title: Need Advice On Replacing An Old Leaky Roof I get where you’re coming from about the valleys and flashing—those spots are notorious for trouble...

Had a client once who wanted smart bulbs in every room—bathrooms, closets, even the laundry nook. I warned her about the wiring in her 1920s bungalow,...

Had a similar experience when I was juggling payments during my own renovation. The app glitched right before a big payment was due... nearly gave me ...

This reminds me of a client who wanted a "warm, inviting beige" for their living room walls. Swore they'd tested it everywhere. But when the painters ...

I hear you on the hardware thing—we've all been burned by that "premium" label. But sometimes it's less about price and more about material or brand r...

Totally get what you're saying about orientation. I once helped redesign an older cottage that seemed perfect at first glance—charming, affordable, gr...