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RE: Where does all the money go in a new build project?
WHERE DOES ALL THE MONEY GO IN A NEW BUILD PROJECT? Yeah, those “invisible” costs are a huge chunk, and honestly, they catch a lot of people off guard. I’ve had clients get sticker shock before we even start pouring con...
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RE: Building On Level Ground: Step-By-Step Tips For Making The Most Of A Flat Lot
BUILDING ON LEVEL GROUND: STEP-BY-STEP TIPS FOR MAKING THE MOST OF A FLAT LOT You’re spot on - flat doesn’t mean foolproof. I’ve seen more than one “perfectly level” lot turn into a swamp after a good storm. Honestly, I...
RE: Making the switch to water-saving toilets: Worth it?
MAKING THE SWITCH TO WATER-SAVING TOILETS: WORTH IT? - Agree on the MaP ratings - those numbers actually mean something, unlike a lot of “eco” labels. - I’ve swapped out dozens of old 3.5 gal units for clients, and the ...
RE: Digging into property easements - anyone else find online tools confusing?
DIGGING INTO PROPERTY EASEMENTS - ANYONE ELSE FIND ONLINE TOOLS CONFUSING? Honestly, I hear this a lot, but I’ve had better luck when I bring in a local surveyor to double-check everything. The digital maps are just a...
RE: Weighing the pros and cons of switching to a 15-year mortgage
- Quick thoughts from my end: - 15-year does build equity fast, no doubt. - You’ll pay way less interest over the life of the loan. - On the flip side, higher monthly payment can be a stretch if something ...