For example, an experienced plumber may suggest putting hammer arrestors on a plumbing system, to help alleviate potential water hammer problems (knocking noise) and prolong the life of components/fixtures/appliances, but the local building code may not require them.It would also depend on what you are doing the work for and how the deal #'s pencil out.

The 2023 market lulled some buyers/investors into thinking they could relax, that they had some power and time to mull over decisions. 

Think of it as a very prolonged, unglamorous yoga session.

Spoken from a wife who's had to learn the long, frustrating uphill, hard way and still learning how -- to step back outta the way, relax, focus on being his wife & just let him lead me .... 

We also wouldn't have been able to relax early if we were in the hospitality business bnb-ing or midterm renting it out.

I find that the previous owner is usually a bit  more relaxed than I am in screening tenants and allowing things I don't allow- namely dogs.I usually speak to the tenants a bit if they are there when I view the property or during inspection- you can find out a lot then.  

Apply for helocs, many have much more relax prequalifications vs mortgages.

While other wholesalers are relaxing at home and waiting for a deal to fall into their lap, you'll be out making things happen.

Never again.For the last 15 years we have really been living in a prolonged recovery period, IMO.

Regular maintenance of the wood (staining and sealing) will prevent weather-related damage and prolong its life.Fencing: The wooden fence offers privacy and security.