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RE: Freshening up baseboards with that “one coat” paint - worth it?
FRESHENING UP BASEBOARDS WITH THAT “ONE COAT” PAINT - WORTH IT? I’ve tackled a lot of baseboards over the years, and honestly, sanding and priming do make a difference - especially if you’re dealing with glossy or older...
RE: Green Mortgages vs. Energy-Efficiency Loans: Which Makes More Sense?
GREEN MORTGAGES VS. ENERGY-EFFICIENCY LOANS: WHICH MAKES MORE SENSE? I get where you’re coming from on the paperwork, but I’d actually argue the hoops for a green mortgage can be worth it - even if you’re not staying fo...
RE: WHERE DO YOU EVEN START WITH HIRING SOMEONE TO DESIGN YOUR HOUSE?
That’s a big one. I’d also suggest digging into how they approach problem-solving. Ask them to walk you through a tricky project - what went wrong, how did they adapt? Sometimes portfolios look great, but you want someon...
RE: What’s a “normal” length for construction loans these days?
Title: What’s a “normal” length for construction loans these days? I get the logic behind more draws, but I’ve actually found fewer draws can work if you’ve got a really dialed-in schedule and reliable subs. Less paperw...
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 I’ve definitely run into what you’re describing, especially on sites with dense clay. One project sticks out - a subdivision we did a few yea...