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New York, NY
HI 58° LO 56°
HI 58° LO 56°
Really practical guide with a lot of the same lessons I learned the hard way—especially about locking the scope before you start shopping. The emphasis on keeping the layout and spending on the stuff you touch daily (hardware, waterproofing) feels spot on. I would’ve liked a quick example budget breakdown for a kitchen or bath, but overall the tips are clear and actually usable.
Really solid, practical rundown of where to save and where not to cut corners. The reminder about locking the scope and budgeting a contingency hit home—I've definitely watched a project get expensive from mid-stream changes. I would’ve liked a little more detail on how to vet contractors beyond just comparing three quotes, but overall this was a helpful guide.