Couldn’t agree more about the value of seeing actual past projects. I’ve been burned before by folks who “talk the talk” but freeze up when they hit k...

Honestly, I’ve seen “solid” joists that just can’t handle modern loads, especially after a few decades of random renovations. Even blocking sometimes ...

If the cabinets are still holding up, I'd patch them and save the cash. In my experience, unless you're selling soon or the damage is major, a full re...

That’s the part that always gets me. You think you’re just tightening a fitting, then suddenly you’re dealing with some ancient galvanized pipe that c...

Having renovated a few older properties myself, I get the challenge of keeping that classic vibe while updating the kitchen. I’ve noticed buyers love ...

Honestly, I hear you on the wax hassle. That’s been my experience too, especially in rentals with a lot of turnover. Oil’s not perfect, but it hides ...

Honestly, inspectors have seen it all—tidying up won't hurt, but they're usually more concerned with actual issues than clutter. Had one barely glance...

Haha, exactly. Had a rental property once where the smart thermostat kept resetting itself to 85 degrees in summer—tenants weren't thrilled. Turned ou...

Did something similar in a rental property basement a couple years back. Was skeptical at first—fake plants usually look cheap to me—but the lighting ...

Yeah, Victorian homes are notorious for that. I've flipped a couple myself—beautiful houses, but man, the prep work is brutal. Totally agree on the ca...

True, conduit is way simpler. Have you tried PVC instead of metal conduit? Cheaper and easier to cut, but not sure if it'd hold paint as well for your...

Interesting choice, but honestly, creeping thyme didn't hold up well for us. Looked great at first, but the dogs tore it up pretty quick. Ended up swi...

Couldn't agree more. I usually keep an eye out for clearance sales at the end of big renovation seasons. Last fall, I picked up a bunch of bathroom fi...