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5 February 2025 | 5 replies
I'm a former general contractor and cabinet maker based in New York City.
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13 February 2025 | 5 replies
If they still have to install kitchen cabinets, then I would wait.
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6 February 2025 | 15 replies
We get our cabinets through.the box stores.
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5 February 2025 | 1 reply
Completed kitchen remodel , new cabinets and drawers.
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14 February 2025 | 6 replies
Also, if you have any materials you need (tile, flooring, cabinets, bathroom fixtures, etc) start picking those ASAP.
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6 February 2025 | 2 replies
Sounds like a good opportunity but I am tied up with my own stuff...Under 100kNeeds: Roof, some plumbing and electric, kitchen cabinets and counters and a vanity He put in a good amount and has a project underway but just wants out.
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4 February 2025 | 0 replies
Here's what I did:Kitchens: Painted cabinets, updated hardware, added efficient appliances.Bathrooms: Installed modern fixtures, used neutral paint.Exterior: Applied fresh paint, improved siding, enhanced landscaping.Results: Property value rose by 100%What budget-friendly strategies have you used?
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3 February 2025 | 1 reply
As a contractor and cabinet maker it made much more sense financially to purchase a home with a rental unit and manage the property myself.
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4 February 2025 | 10 replies
All it needs now is a little TLC to bring it to life—think fresh paint, new fixtures, etc.The cabinets, floors, and walls are all in good shape, so you’ve got a solid starting point.
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10 February 2025 | 0 replies
Tons of upper and lower new oak cabinets and counter space with custom granite counter tops.