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22 January 2017 | 0 replies
Thank you all for the great conversations in 2016 and I look forward to a great 2017!
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23 January 2017 | 17 replies
I recently had a conversation similar to this one with my realtor.
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22 January 2017 | 0 replies
The reason is because the home had a garage conversion a long time ago.
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24 January 2017 | 28 replies
If it's zoned as a SFH and only has one APN lookup your local laws on 'Accessory Dwelling Units' it's entirely possible the conversion was unpermitted and you'll get in trouble/have to rip out the 2nd unit if any code inspector finds out about it.
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23 January 2017 | 7 replies
In these types of conversations you will learn what to look for.
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22 January 2017 | 4 replies
Usually it's a garage conversion, so you lose the appeal of a garage.
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23 January 2017 | 3 replies
Can you recommend if you have any good architect in queens, NY area. we just had conversation with one person in universal design const mgmt LLC. i would preferred if you guy recommend someone.
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25 January 2017 | 12 replies
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25 January 2017 | 7 replies
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24 January 2017 | 29 replies
It was great meeting you at the Gaithersburg meetup earlier this month, and I look forward to many conversations with you in the future.