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Comparing the cost of framing with steel studs versus wood.
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In this episode of the podcast, we look at two popular waterproofing methods plus the steps you can take to avoid such drastic measures to solve your wet basment problems.
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Making sense of the different types of drywall, drywall compound, mesh vs paper tape and drywall tools.
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An election, a TV show and a board game. Looking back at news topics that as a homeowner, I found to be significant or interesting.
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In this podcast episode, I look at how we so quickly maxed out our credit cards and how saving $600 by DIYing a project could potentially cost much more.
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Looking back at some of the more memorable open houses I attended and some of the mistakes that were made.
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How we freed up some money each month and put extra cash in our pockets after accepting that short-term setbacks stopped being short-term long ago. .
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From nosy neighbors to noisy neighbors, we all have them. How well we get along with our neighbors is fundamental to the enjoyment of our property.
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The business side of the death of a loved one and figuring out what happens to all the stuff that is left behind.
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The dream is to own your own home. But who is selling that dream? And why? Is your house really an investment, or is it a liability?
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As homeowners, we make decisions that impact the environment. We want to be more energy efficient to save money or even the planet. But are we as "green" as we think we are?
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Ask three experts the same question and you'll probably get three different answers. So many competing voices only add to the confusion.
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