Anyone know of any scratch and dent appliance stores (for high end appliances ...Wolf, Thermador, etc) in the area? I hear about people finding deals in these places but havent a clue where to find one. Thx!
We're replacing two dining room windows with patio doors and can't decide between French doors and sliders. My contractor recommends sliders because there's not much room for inswing French doors, but I'm considering outswing French doors with a 4-foot landing outside. Now I'm reading that French doors can be a hassle, but I just don't love the look of sliders. Any input or advice appreciated!
Replacing two windows with doors...contractor say we should do sliders as the space is so tight in dining room (doors may hit chair), but I much prefer the look of French doors..any advice? thoughts?
I'm in the middle of a full kitchen renovation and need to order appliances ASAP. I had planned on GE Café, but after seeing them in person today...not for me. That copper/orange bronze logo just is awful and dont like the panel on the range..so now I am confused! My budget is around $10,000 or less for a refrigerator, dishwasher, and range. I really like the industrial/pro-style look of Wolf, Thermador, Viking, and KitchenAid ranges, but out of my price range...Any recommendations for brands or appliance packages that offer that look in my price range? Thanks!
Hi everyone! I'm looking for recommendations on a medium brown flooring color/brand for my basement that would go well with our upstairs hardwood floors, which are being stained Provincial.
The basement has never had any water issues, but there is some moisture. One flooring installer said the moisture level was a 5 ( no idea what that means). He recommended glue-down LVP, but another installer suggested floating LVP instead.
Any advice or suggestions appreciated. Thanks!
Any recommendations on where to buy kitchen cabinets? Want someone to come to the house to measure/design. Thank you.
Any recommendations for a fence company to install a backyard fence? I'm thinking about going with aluminum. Any names appreciated!
Where is everyone buying their kitchen cabinets? I don't want to spend a fortune...just looking for semi-custom shaker cabinets. Has anyone purchased from one of those places in Flushing? Home Depot? Any suggestions appreciated!
Would you ask for a seller credit for abatement here (also a bit worried about dampness) or can this be encapsulated?
Has anyone done asbestos remediation on tiles in a basement? The area is small, about 500 square feet. Tiles are cracked, brittle and probably too damaged to encapsulate. Wondering if anyone has recs for a company and an estimated price for this. TIA!
Closing on a home in a week. Title issues came up (no c of o's on two rooms) and the seller agreed to reduce the price by $50K (from $800K to $750K), but no new contract was issued. I was then told I will still close at $800K and receive a $50K check from the seller at closing, rather than having it deducted from the purchase price. My attorney said changing the contract would delay closing due to the mortgage company, and the recorded sale price will remain $800K.
After thinking about it, I’m uncomfortable receiving a personal check from the seller. I posted in another group and was told this could raise mortgage fraud concerns, which worries me. I’ve emailed my attorney to clarify.
Is there any legitimate situation where a buyer receives a check directly from a seller at closing, or is this generally not proper practice? Not understanding why my lawyer would do this if it isnt the right way to handle it. Now I realize my mortgage broker was probably never notified.
I am closing next week. Price was renegotiated after contract was signed due to some issues by lowering it by 50k. Instead of the contract being changed, lawyer said I will receive a check at closing from sellers. So, my sales price will be recorded as 50k higher than it actually is (not good for a new tax assessment). But, lawyer said it had to be done this way. He said I will not be taxed on the check and it will not be counted as income....just wanted to confirm this on here.....nervous about this. Thanks
Hi, should illegal spaces, such as an attic converted into a bedroom without permits be included as legal square footage in an appraisal? The home is legally a 2-bedroom, but the appraiser included the attic space in the square footage calculation. Also, the comparable sales used were mostly 3 bedroom homes with garages, while this house has no garage and is legally a 2 bedroom. The property was marketed as a 3 bedroom, and the additional attic space was included in the listing square footage. The appraiser stated that he relies on the listing information when completing the appraisal.
Is this standard practice? Just want to make sure we are getting an accurate and fair appraisal (as we just learned there are no CO's for the attic bedroom). TIA!
I am a walking ball of inflammation (just got the added diagnosis of RA)...now it has even impacted one of my feet. Trying to decide which will help best with the inflammation.....HRT (I am post menopause) or a GLP1? Any advice? Or should I try both and if so, which first?
I am in contract for a house that we just learned has no c/o's for a bedroom and finished basement (although Yonkers has the bedroom listed on property sheet, even though there is no c/o). Is it going to be a nightmare to get c/o's in a timely matter? Would you proceed?
Under contract on a house that the town currently lists as a 3-bedroom with a finished basement. But, the title search uncovered the original C/O, which shows the home as a 2-bedroom with an unfinished basement. That means there’s no C/O for the third bedroom in the attic or for the small finished basement.
The appraisal was also done using the home as a 3-bedroom and included the square footage from the attic bedroom. Came back fine (price I am paying).
Anyone know how the town can list the property as a 3-bedroom if there was never a C/O issued for the attic conversion. How does this happen?
Would you move forward without the updated C/O? The mortgage company has no issue...cleared to close, but our attorney is asking for C/O's. Anyone deal with something similar or have advice? Don't want to have potential when I go to sell (someone else's mortgage company may have issue). Also, feel like I am buying a 2 bedroom for the price if a 3 bedroom.
Any recommendations for someone to do a kitchen recommendation? Kitchen is relatively small. Looking to start asap and don't want to spend a fortune. Thanks!
Who is everyone using for homeowner's insurance? Just got quotes from Geico (most expensive), Traveler's and Liberty Mutual (least expensive)....any recommendations? thx!
While watching the cast’s trip to Longleat, something about the animals didn’t sit right with me. And once I checked...there are numerous reports of alleged animal mistreatment there, and it’s disturbing. There have been claims about monkeys being used for research, lions being killed due to genetic defects from inbreeding, red panda cubs dying from hypothermia, an elephant living in solitude, koalas being brought in for the “zoo" and more. It seems many animal rescue organizations have pushed to have Longleat’s zoo operations shut down. There seems to be a focus on getting Annie the elephant to a proper sanctuary. If this is true, and seems it is, shame on Emma and her husband. Anyone from London area, who has any info on this?
Anyone have a recommendation for a landscaper (Colonial Heights)? thx