
What the Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t Telling You
You've probably seen the headlines saying, "foreclosures are on the rise,” and maybe your mind jumped straight to 2008. That’s understandable. A lot of people remember that crash and all the foreclosures that happened during that window, and they’re hoping something like that never happens again. Bu

How to Install a French Drain, Step by Step
Quick answer: A French drain is a gravel-filled trench with a perforated pipe that collects groundwater and moves it away from your house. To install one: dig a trench with a 1% slope (1 inch of drop per 8–10 feet), line it with filter fabric, add gravel, lay perforated pipe holes-down, cover with m

Finishing a Basement: What You Need to Know First
A finished basement can add real living space at half the cost per square foot of an addition. It can also become a moldy money pit if you skip the unglamorous first steps. Here’s what to know before the drywall goes up. Water Comes First — Always Run a hose against the foundation for an hour and wa
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