Totally agree about checking the drain field early on. Had a tenant once who complained about slow drains and weird smells. Thought it was just typica...

Yeah, swapping a thermostat is usually pretty painless. I've done it a bunch of times too, and you're right—taking that quick pic beforehand saves a l...

Haha, been there! Pedestal sinks look great, but storage is always the hidden catch. Have you tried any clever wall-mounted shelves or baskets nearby ...

Haha, totally get that feeling. Had a tenant once whose detector would lose its mind every time they took a hot shower—steam set it off every single m...

Yeah, that's been my experience too. Had a rental property renovation last summer where I thought I'd covered every possible angle—photos, receipts, e...