I thought I might try to crowd source this information. What companies do you think are the best and worst new home builders in the DC area.  Ive been partial to Winchester Homes and Miller & Smith. Ryan & Ryl...

Anybody do their own tile? Now or previously? How do you speed this project into high gear?I admit I am slow,,,being a newbie.

I stood there a solid 11 hours today and got a measly 2 and a half cases of 4 1/4bye...

I have been taking CLEP tests since my undergrad is not in business and I will be starting some MBA classes soon (needed to take care of some prerequisites). I have taken and passes Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Fi...

We are doing a new kitchen and I never know if its worth the time and cost to remove soffits and install 36" cabinets instead of 30".I always thought 36" was too high for most people to use the top space but my instal...

I turned my old home into a rental this year, and the neighbor has my phone number. He calls/texts pseudo frequently with complaints, sometimes not. Currently he keeps complaining about being able to see their clothes...

Story 1: A perfect timing I could never dream ofCharlie Munger had a famous quote saying "You make most of your money in a bear market, you just don't realize it at the time". When I first read about this quote, I tho...

I’ve been an interior designer for over a decade now, and truly feel that my experience and degree have brought me to this new venture! I love my job, but recently turned my focus to [somehow] investing in either SFH ...

The home has asbestos and major termite damage, now that I have removed the old sheetrock. The roof looks to be sagging in and is not up to code as far as the joists go.I am excited to learn, and have already learned ...

I close in 5 days on a 1927 beauty in Toledo, Ohio.  REO will cost me $99k and ARV is $195k.  2300 SF, 3/2.5, 2 car attached garage.Previous owner installed PEX plumbing but didn't pull any permits. I'm nervous about...

Hi, this is my first post. I have looked through the forums for advice on the above question but was hoping for more advice, pitfalls to be aware or things members whom have gone through this transition wish they woul...