Interesting points, but I'm not totally convinced decluttering or staging really moves the needle much with appraisers. I mean, sure, they're human an...

Indirect lighting sounds nice, but doesn't it make your workspace feel a bit too dim sometimes? I've tried softer lighting in my home office, and whil...

Mirrors are a great tip—I was skeptical at first, but they've really brightened up some darker corners in my place. How many mirrors did your friend e...

Permitting definitely had me second-guessing my sanity a few times, but you're right—the freedom afterward makes it worth the hassle. I'm still weighi...