You will also need to install cabinetry and countertops, and you may want to consider adding a small stove or oven if you plan to do more extensive cooking in the space.Finishes: Finally, you will need to finish the interior of the garage to make it suitable for habitation.

You will not learn it all in a week, a month, or a year... they key is to make educating yourself a habit that you do not skimp out on. 

Is the property habitable?

The project manager telling you the house is in poor shape and may not pass is a sign you have work to do no matter the tenants living conditions.Keep in mind courts and agencies don't necessarily prioritize your interest or even the mom's where there are children involved...if documentation reaches the section 8 folks or the judge that the apartment has been documented unsafe for habitation, they may not care about the mother's rationales and will move to protect the children.

But I have been thinking about co-habitating with her again.

No kitchen is not habitable, it is not an inconvenience.

It is vital in this market to have amenities that help you stand out.

Striking a balance between preserving the architectural heritage of these structures and creating modern, livable apartments is vital to the success of such initiatives.As we delve deeper into this transformational phase, it becomes crucial for city officials and developers alike to collaborate effectively and navigate potential roadblocks.

And it personally took me a long time to build the HABIT of budgeting...it takes work and effort before it becomes habitual.

Bad habits are not usually confined to just payment history.