I really think you need to bring in a closet expert if you have a store around where you live that just sells custom closets.If not,a general contractor is your best bet to determine size and if any redesign of the room is necessary.

Umbrellas a low cost with any provider, but you need one that will provide the best flexibility in their offerings customized to you.

You do not need an appraisal if the property is:Nonpublicly traded stock of $10,000 or less,A vehicle (including a car, boat, or airplane) for which your deduction is limited to the gross proceeds from its sale,Qualified intellectual property, such as a patent,Certain publicly traded securities described next,Inventory and other property donated by a corporation that are “qualified contributions” for the care of the ill, the needy, or infants, within the meaning of section 170(e)(3)(A) of the Internal Revenue Code, orStock in trade, inventory, or property held primarily for sale to customers in the ordinary course of your trade or business.Although an appraisal is not required for the types of property just listed, you must provide certain information about a donation of any of these types of property on Form 8283.

I hate energy waste and excess noise, and wiring the bathroom fan to the light creates both.

Our issues arose from the fact that if you did any customization or higher end finishes any time or cost optimization was lost.  

and yes, don't think small... it takes just as much energy to think small as it does to think BIG! 

I think it's important to have a good relationship with your CPA so if you're questioning her ethics, competence, or customer service, you would probably be well-served with another CPA with whom you're more comfortable! 

I'm excited to learn and feed off of everyone's energy.

The issue is, you can't have a profit motive affiliation with any current or potential bank customer or where the bank may fund any loan or service. 

I do believe it is all or none - go for the suit or walk away, but I wouldn't walk away without asking for money to terminate the contract for the time and energy you have into the deal.