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RE: How do you tell if a custom-home schedule is realistic?
I’d compare the milestones against the actual plans and specifications, not just the headline completion date. If a finish is still an allowance or undecided, ask which dated milestone depends on that choice and when it ...
RE: What happens if your house isn’t finished when it’s time to switch loans?
Funny you mention that, because I’ve wondered if all these new “smart” features are going to end up on some kind of lender checklist in the future. Right now, it seems like they’re way more focused on the obvious safety ...
RE: Color combos that oddly please the brain
I totally relate - my storage closet is a graveyard of sample jars. I’ve always wondered, does anyone actually manage to pick a color on the first try? I’m curious if anyone’s found a budget-friendly way to test combos w...
RE: Keeping the critters out: weird but effective tricks?
I get what you mean about foam - mice are relentless. But honestly, copper mesh can get pricey if you’ve got a lot of gaps. I’ve had decent luck layering cheaper steel wool with a dab of foam to hold it in place. Sure, s...
RE: ARE BUILDER REFERENCES REALLY THAT HELPFUL OR JUST FLUFF?
I really relate to the idea that “references are only as useful as the questions you ask.” I’ve been through a couple of builder interviews, and honestly, the reference calls felt a bit like a formality at first. But whe...