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Shocking Data on Bathroom Remodels

November 7, 2011
Bathroom Remodeling and Repair

About this time last year, I wrote an article on the Cost vs. Value of Bathroom Remodeling using the latest data from the Cincinnati Ohio area. Given that many homeowners like to remodel their bathrooms in the fall and winter, now is an appropriate time to revisit this theme. With many people unable to sell [...]

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Home Repair Deadly Sin #8: The Hourly Rate Shopper

June 21, 2010

One of the problems I see homeowners continually make, when shopping for a home repair service provider, is to equate value with the hourly rate. There are some repair companies here in Cincinnati who charge as much as $250/hr. In contrast, I know sole-proprietors that work completely cash, under the table for less than $30/hr. [...]

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Tips for Keeping Your Home and Family Safe Through the Holidays

December 3, 2009

The holidays mean that it’s time to get together with family and friends to celebrate and enjoy the season. Unfortunately, it is also the busiest time of year for hospital emergency rooms, the fire department and police. Following simple safety practices and knowing how to protect your family can prevent a wonderful time of year.

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Trust in Business Running Out?

August 14, 2009

Harvard Biz Review: Trust in Business Running Out – http://bit.ly/DTcDg via – Do you feel this way when it comes to home improvement?

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Home Improvement’s 7 Deadly Sins

July 6, 2009

After speaking and working with thousands of prospects and clients, I’ve noticed a pattern of unhealthy behavior in many homeowners as to how they approach a home repair or remodeling project. Avoiding these mistakes can mean the difference between a delightful home improvement project and disastrous bad dream.

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Three Golden Rules for Better Home Improvement

July 3, 2009

ding to the recently released BBB/Gallup Trust in Business Survey, 73 percent of respondents indicated that they didn’t have a great deal or a lot of trust in contractors.

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