139: Minisode - Navigating Home Projects & Real Estate Woes

In this episode, Stacy explains how she is lightening her DIY load, and Daniel describes a frustrating week. The conversation highlights the low-key crazy of hyper-local Facebook groups, navigating real estate contracts, dealing with contractor bids, and the emotional impact of online relationships.

First, Stacy shares how she hired someone to help with the lingering home projects around her house. Despite receiving some very unwelcome comments about the ad she posted in her small-town Facebook group, Stacy found the perfect person to fill the position. Her new apprentice is excited to learn and gain skills. 

Then, Daniel expresses his dissatisfaction about the continuing delays with the contracts for the cottage he is selling. The lawyers involved seem to lack urgency.

Next, he discusses the ongoing challenge of securing accurate bids to install air conditioning in his old house. 

Finally, Daniel ends the episode with a touching tribute to a long-time blog reader and Instagram follower who died unexpectedly. 

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