I hear you on the wiring—old houses are full of surprises, and not the good kind. As for eco upgrades, I’ve noticed buyers like the *idea* of green fe...

Lockboxes are decent, but honestly, even those aren't foolproof. Had a client once who forgot the combo and ended up smashing it open with a hammer at...

I get the practicality angle, but honestly, burying edging a foot deep sounds like way more work than necessary. I've flipped a few houses with garden...

I've tried the shallow dishes of water trick too, and honestly, it's been way less hassle than pebble trays. Pebble trays just end up collecting dust ...

Raised beds can definitely help, but honestly, it depends on how severe your flooding gets. I tried berms once, thinking they'd be a quick fix, and en...

Haha, I totally get that feeling of suspicion. Had a similar issue with my smart lights—they kept randomly turning on at weird hours. Thought I had a ...

I've installed those duct booster fans a few times during flips and renos, and honestly, they're hit or miss. If your ducts are undersized or poorly l...

Every couple months sounds about right to me too. Monthly checks feel like overkill unless you're running a daycare on your deck or something. I usual...

Couldn't agree more. I've flipped a few older homes where previous owners went insulation-crazy, and every single time, moisture issues popped up soon...

Had the same issue in a basement closet I was renovating last summer. Fans and open doors helped a bit, but honestly, humidity is stubborn stuff...esp...

Exactly! Brightness is important, but too much recessed lighting can sometimes make a kitchen feel clinical. I've flipped a few houses and found that ...