- 12 months is definitely the “standard” most lenders default to, but it’s rarely enough in practice—especially with unpredictable weather and permitt...

That’s definitely one way to keep things transparent, but I’d actually suggest being a bit cautious with fixed design fees. In my experience, they can...

SINK FIXTURES DRIVING ME NUTS LATELY You nailed it with the “showroom illusions” comment. I’ve lost count of how many times clients fall in love with...

Title: Weighing the pros and cons of switching to a 15-year mortgage I get the appeal of flexibility, but there’s something to be said for forced d...

- True, but I've seen "safe" choices end up feeling bland or generic, especially after a few years. - Personal touches—if done thoughtfully—can actual...

- Totally get the frustration—sometimes it feels like the “smart” part is just making me feel dumb. - I’ve noticed a lot of these systems don’t play...