Pros:Music Everywhere: If you've got a soft spot for good tunes, Tennessee is your jam!

Have your family pick up a paint brush.

They're more likely to understand business and opportunity cost.Try asking an accountant for a discount because you've done your own taxes beforeTry asking a lawyer for a discount because you majored in political scienceTry asking a dentist for a discount because you brush your teeth every dayTry asking the grocery clerk to rebate you a percentage because you collected all your own groceries and they didn't even ask how your day wasRealtors are professionals that have an established pay rate.

Shame and dishonor when dealing with landlords went by the wayside long ago.You let this go and she'll be proudly telling all the other tenants and anyone who will stop to listen to her about how she managed to get one over on the soft-hearted and stupid landlady, and that sets a precedent.

Our government over reacted but continues doing a good job rebounding and steering the economy towards a soft landing. 

I was just going to suggest ordering something, even if it's a $2 soft drink and a $3 tip for the server (if it's a casual restaurant) and maybe an app or salad (if it's a fancy place).

Mine, If you can’t afford potential catastrophic damage due to brushing it aside but can afford to get it done now, I’d go for it.

Talked with many hard money lenders and got several soft quotes. 

So I too a wire brush on a grinder and cleaned it best I can.Still it looks like ****.I was debating to replace the entire door but on a tight schedule I decided to wait.Thoughts?

I have had an inspector with an engineering degree from Texas A&M recommend that I seal soft brick imported from Mexico on one of my houses.