WEIGHING THE PROS AND CONS OF SWITCHING TO A 15-YEAR MORTGAGE That’s a fair point about rolling repairs into the mortgage—having the funds upfront de...

IS BUILDING YOUR OWN PLACE JUST A HEADACHE IN DISGUISE? I wrestled with this exact thing during my build. There’s a point where you realize you could...

I've been using Excel too, but honestly, it hasn't exactly been foolproof for me. Maybe it's just my lack of spreadsheet wizardry, but I've had a few ...

Really appreciate these practical tips—especially the incense stick idea. I admit, as someone new to homeownership, I'm naturally skeptical about quic...

Totally agree on mid-week check-ins—weekly just leaves too much room for surprises. I tried digital tagging too, but honestly, it felt more cumbersome...

I gave liquidation sites a shot during our build too, but my experience was mixed. Ordered some lighting fixtures labeled "like new," and half arrived...

I see your point, but I'm not sure I'd personally embrace the whole "accidental charm" thing. When I finally moved into my custom-built home, I was pr...

I've been skeptical about this approach since moving into my custom home last year, mostly because I wasn't sure the savings would justify the hassle....