To protect the floor or more importantly the lower level ceiling in the case of a leak/overflow form the washer. 99% of them never do anything their entire life. i would have balked at a $500 estimate for that job.Ps.

If the software is not simplifying your life or making you more accurate, you shouldn't use it.

in to 5 years he would be set for life...

I’m a bit of a nerd with an analytical streak, attempting to break out of my shell and be more social—so if you see me in real life, get ready for a nerd trying to be outgoing!

One of the things that is missed so much is that CapEx doesn't happen in real life the way it does in a spreadsheet.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

There is no guarantee that the numbers will pencil out in real life so that is on you.

Your situation is different than the majority of people on the boards and the general population; you have a paycheck for life. 

I would also evaluate where you are at in life in regards to kids?