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RE: Appraisal came in lower than expected - now what?
Appraisal Came In Lower Than Expected - Now What? You nailed it with the “bones” vs. “bling” thing. I put in a new roof and all new plumbing a few years back - huge expense, but when we had an agent walk through, she ba...
RE: Need advice on replacing an old leaky roof
Good points about insulation and radiant barriers. I was skeptical myself at first - seemed like just another upsell - but when we redid our roof a few years back, we bit the bullet and added extra insulation. Honestly, ...
RE: Trimming down expenses on project supplies
I've dipped my toes into reclaimed lumber a couple of times, and honestly, it's a bit of a gamble. Once scored some gorgeous old barn wood - after hours of pulling nails and sanding, it turned into a beautiful accent wal...
RE: Brick veneer or real brick walls - worth the extra hassle?
We had veneer on our first house, and honestly, it held up pretty well. But when we moved into our current place - a solid brick home built in the 60s - I noticed a difference right away. It just feels sturdier somehow, ...