A new project is underway in CV, where finding ways to expand your possibilities is imperative. This'll be finished in a couple of weeks - we'll be back then with the "after" version:
Carmel Valley Remodels 2
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Carmel Valley Remodel 1
In hot areas like Carmel Valley, home buyers are smart to consider expanding their target zone by looking at homes that need work - and if you buy one, you can remodel to your taste. Chances are good that any house you buy will need something fixed or remodeled...
Faucets
A glimpse of an upscale faucet store in Encinitas:
Carpet
A youtube primer on carpet - I get no benefit from you buying from Ken and Chuck, just want you to enjoy good pricing and service:
Cantina Doors
Potential home buyers who are frustrated with the limited inventory can try to expand their target areas. But if you are already set on the neighborhood in which you'd like to live, what then? Take a closer look at the fixers. It is VERY common that buyers only want...
Laminate Flooring
The last installment on wood floors - here is Ken discussing the wide array of laminates, with some of the decent ones selling in the mid-$2s per sf: In our next video, carpet!
Repair Costs vs. Value
Remodeling Magazine has published their latest cost comparisons of 35 home-improvement projects, and the additional value created. The data is broken down into "Midrange" and "Upscale" projects, and has the percentages of how much of your investment you can expect to...
Local Expertise in RSF
This is somewhat awkward because this is another agent's listing, but because I know the builder to be one of the better craftsmen, I want to direct some attention to his work: The house, built in 2010, is 3 br/3 ba, 2,175sf and is in the heart of the village. LP =...
Fixing Stuff
Owning a home means having to fix stuff - there are no perfect houses! Once that reality sinks in, it makes home buying easier - because you begin to see houses for their potential. Knowing that you have competent help available makes a difference. We can get you...
Distressed Hardwoods
We first heard Chuck's introduction to the hardwoods, then saw segments on bamboo and cork floors. This is manager Ken discussing different types of distressed hardwoods:
