I’ve seen this play out with rental properties—tenants love when the tech just works and doesn’t need a manual every time. I once tried a “smart” HVAC...

Title: Bumping Out Can Get Tricky With Light and Drainage Yeah, that’s a classic—thinking a bit of slope will handle all the water, then realizing na...

That’s the digital struggle in a nutshell. I’ve had my share of “did they even get my application?” moments, especially when you’re waiting on a permi...

Title: Wood Wax vs. Oil Finish for Hardwood Upkeep I hear you on the wax-over-oil hassle. Tried it myself in a couple of rental units, thinking I’d g...

That food coloring trick is gold—saves water and money over time. I do a quick “touch and sniff” check under every sink and around toilets every few m...

I get the appeal of cellulose on cost, but honestly, if you’re thinking long-term for a guest house, I’d budget for something more robust. Mice and mo...

Tag-Team’s Not Always Cheaper (Or Easier) I get where you’re coming from with splitting the job—do what you can, then call in a pro if it gets messy....

Keeping String Lights Dry: Worth The Hassle? That’s actually a pretty solid approach, and I’ve seen it work out well in a handful of my properties....

Latex toppers really do have that initial smell—totally agree, it’s not awful but it’s there. I’ve found that propping them up near a window for a cou...

Couldn’t agree more on the satisfaction part, but I’ll add—if you’re dealing with a property you plan to rent or sell, it’s a different calculation. M...

Kitchen Redesign Adventure: Worth the Hype or Not? Butcher block’s got a lot going for it, but around the sink is where things get dicey. In my renta...

Yeah, totally agree with this. I've found that toggles can be hit or miss depending on the plaster quality and age. Had a similar headache renovating ...