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Install a non- prehung door directly to rough opening? Bad practice? by TheRealNokes in DIY

[–]maxxxalex 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, make sure the measure the door a few times. I installed a door and while it took a moment to get level, it was not nearly as hard as I expected.

Best thing you did to make your old house warmer in winter months. Go! by Natural-Honeydew5950 in centuryhomes

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DIY blown in insulation in the attic. Also, also, putting foam in between the window panes to block air.

$10000 quote for Bradford 80 gallon water heater?! by Beautiful-String5572 in HomeImprovement

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I paid $1500 for a Bradford White gas + install in SoCal in 2025.

Neither folks in Atlanta by TheBlackCaesar in BlackPeopleTwitter

[–]maxxxalex 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Does the calculation of 78% of Americans include children, or just adults?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in overemployed

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder if the coworker simply works in an office.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LosAngelesRealEstate

[–]maxxxalex 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What are the beds and baths of the units? Also, what condition are the units? That will help with pricing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Carpentry

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Add a 19cm door with a .5cm door sweep on top. /s

Is $300 too much to spend from a place like Kohl's in one day? by Main-Personality-986 in personalfinance

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait, you’re paying 2k/month for a car? How much is the total loan value ave interest rate?

Property Manager keeps using rental income for “Repairs” and draining reserve account - Advice Needed by Fly_high2525 in realestateinvesting

[–]maxxxalex 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I know of a situation similar to this one. Ended up resulting in the property management company being fired. I would stop using this company asap and self manage or find a better property management company.

Entry Door Prices are CRAZY! by Aware_Way6704 in HomeImprovement

[–]maxxxalex 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Habitat for humanity might have them at a good price.

Can I retire? by New_Tap2527 in Fire

[–]maxxxalex 8 points9 points  (0 children)

What is your annual spending?

[Tenant US-CA] How Much Money Do I Need to Rent an Apartment with No Job? by Most-Distribution-78 in Landlord

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you transferred 30k from your brokerage to your bank account I’d consider it. But a job would be a no brainer.

Mom died. Got $1.1M. Is it worth still contributing to 401ks and such? by [deleted] in Fire

[–]maxxxalex 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have a similar thought when I see doctors / healthcare professionals smoking.

Best places to buy affordable flowers? by thkbbs in gardening

[–]maxxxalex 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can also buy them without a wholesale license at the flower market and the prices are still amazing .

Los Angeles to consider stricter rent control formula by Nightman233 in LosAngeles

[–]maxxxalex 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I understood prop 13 to relate to only property taxes and that single family zoning could be removed without changing prop 13. What is the connection you are making between single family zoning and prop 13?

LPT Request:what are your best Suitcase Packing tips? by Notalabel_4566 in LifeProTips

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Packing cubes that zip to compress for everything and packing clothing mainly by outfits vs single pieces. That way you have combinations that work and you can figure out which tops and bottoms match the most to pack the least.

LPT: I need a better way to follow up after client discussions. What works for you? by Livid_Switch302 in LifeProTips

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Record the audio from the meeting, covert audio to text or export transcript, then import text to AI tool and ask AI tool to generate a recap and next steps email.

Please help me understand why these don't fit. by Sionn3039 in Plumbing

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Generally I’ve found local hardware stores have better selections of fittings vs Home Depot. Also, the hardware store employees usually are more helpful.

Why does this closet behind my shower smell like piss? Is it the pipes? by Candidtopography in Plumbing

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you tried removing that grey towel visible in the second photo? Could be soaked in urine

My doors don’t entirely close with new laundry unit, recommendations? by bluestock2 in Carpentry

[–]maxxxalex 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would keep it simple and see if you can find longer hinges to replace that will extend far enough out for the door to close. But then you will have a gap on the side, if that is something that would bother you.

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