I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually found outlets to be a sneaky selling point. Had a rental once where the kitchen only had two, and ev...

Couldn’t agree more about the paper trail. I’ve had projects where just having every permit, receipt, and email printed out made all the difference—on...

I hear you on the warmth factor—hard to beat that look. I’ve had a few rentals where I went with hardwax oil, mostly because the tenants wanted someth...

Honestly, I’ve found that pushing back can sometimes pay off, especially if you’ve got a solid reason for your design. A couple years ago, I had a dup...

I've had a slightly different experience with smart bulbs outdoors. About three years ago, I set up a few Philips Hue bulbs around my patio and garden...

Had a similar experience renovating an older property a couple years back. Thought I'd save some time by mudding on a hot, dry day—big mistake. The mu...

Good point about soil drainage, but honestly, if you're dealing with heavy clay, a dry well might not be the best solution at all. I had a rental prop...

Definitely relate to this. Had a tenant once who worked night shifts—poor guy got locked out regularly because the humidity warped the door frame. Swi...