At this time, what foods do you/don't you 'trust'?
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Comments (12)In the OP's defense, just because one got taken, does not mean one didn't do their due diligence. People don't always realize how non-public certain records really are until they have their own problems. For example, some BBB's keep complaints under wraps, only changing a "rating" to unsatisfactory after some undetermined number of complaints is filed in a 3 yr. period. When complaints scroll off that 3 yr mark the rating can return to satisfactory, even if severe problems exist. Same for state agencies--they often give the illusion to consumers that you can call and find out about any/all complaints when in fact that's not necessarily true. There was a builder in PA not long ago who had been literally shielded by the home builders association from his criminal record. The BBB there didn't consider or report that either. Court records are only useful if, A) the court site has a good search engine which they don't always, and B) the builder didn't keep complaints out of court with arbitration clauses that prevent suing. Not all court records are online, meaning a person would have to travel to jurisdictions the builder built in and personally search records. I have used both online and in person searches and found the following problems may prevent people from finding out about lawsuits: Court desk clerk retrieves the records and doesnt' find them all. Again, online search engines for court sites can be poor. Not everyone's online or is good at internet research. Many older people do not even use a computer. Do they "deserve" to get taken? Like Susiesnowflake here, I did diligent research and it was not my first new house either. I still got taken. Even after all the complaints I filed our state didn't report any of them to consumers who called to inquire. Only when the builder stopped paying his BBB dues did the BBB reflect complaints, which have now scrolled off their radar anyway. I also know of a builder in my state who built houses for seniors on 4 feet of uncompacted fill dirt with the predictable foundation failure as a result. NO public record anywhere of this disaster, and the builder is "highly regarded" all over the state. Most of the owners don't have the energy or resources to fight it. Due dilegence is only as good as the availability of the records you seek. It would do home buyers much more good to learn proper and improper construction when they see it, then they can adequately assess the builder's work in all stages of progress on OTHER houses, before signing a contract in the first place. Research alone is not enough. And getting taken does not mean a buyer didn't research their builder....See MoreWhat do you do with framed art that you don't like?
Comments (32)We have a painting that hung in the family farmhouse for years that is really ugly to me. The frame is bad, the picture itself is not in good shape and so many times I have wanted to chuck it out the door. But it was given to my DH by his Uncle who never married and divided the household goods among the nephews and nieces. The artist name is Ernst. There is actually a well known painter by this name but we don't know if its the same one or not. Just recently learned of him. Anyway, the painting is large and sits behind the bookcases in my DHs office. Even if its by the well known Ernst, I don't like the painting and would never hang it. Its a landscape....See MoreBuilding permits.. Do/don't you? Every time?
Comments (59)Renovator8, I'm sorry my last post seemed grouchy. Ok, lol, it didn't just "seem" like it - I was hot, tired & grumpy - ya think it showed, just a teeny bit? I did see where you quoted the reg's that included the pre-fab pool with 24" limit. That's the same thing our city said - is that a federal regulation? The inspector that came (& put the ki-bosh on ours - in a friendly, apologetic manner, I should be fair & point out) gave the impression that it was a local "city" ordinance. Now I'm curious, not that it really matters. Our pool was filled to just about 20" or so, just for safety reasons. (My 4 year-old is tiny for his age, heck - he'd be small for a 3 year-old). Although he was never in it without my supervision, that's as deep as I was comfy with. Mr. Inspector Fella walked all around it, and said "Nope, you're good to go - this doesn't require a permit". Until he read the print on the side that said "Max fill 30 inches". He was surprised & clearly embarrassed to have to make me drain it. I know I got off-topic, & yep - I did rant a bit. Sorry about that. However, while I did start the topic w/the pool situation, it was literally because it had gotten me thinking about other permit issues, & I really wanted to hear from others if they did things without them, as we have done on occasion. Oh - here's another one (rant, I guess?) for ya! Anyone else have their town do this? Every 5 years or so, the city hires a firm to fly over town & do aerial photography.. Then city employees pour over every lot, comparing it to the previous aerial map looking for changes. If they see a new deck, for example, they look to see if a permit was obtained. Lol, do the clerks get a temporary job title change to "Code Compliance Officer"? :-) My Dad built a deck attached to his house years ago, didn't even think about getting a permit. It was in backyard, with a privacy fence - I don't know if he was being stubborn (he certainly had it in him, lol) or just didn't know he needed a permit in the first place. After he passed away, an inspector showed up at Moms front door w/a tape measure & clipboard. She about fainted, when he told her the aerials indicated a deck - but not well enough for dimensions. He needed to get accurate measurements for property assessment records (or something like that). Poor lady thought she was in big trouble, lol, called me at the office all upset. "No, you're not going to jail, mom. But your property taxes are about to go up". And they did. (That wasn't meant to be a rant - more of a funny story/memory lol). Anyway, sorry if I offended. I didn't want to! :-) Btw, you think I live in Kansas? What? Next you'll be thinking I'm a girl.. Then you'll think I have some tools... I don't know where people come up with things, I swear. ;-)...See MoreI don't trust future son-in-law, what should I do?
Comments (14)I'm sorry to tell you these things, but I think he's a dangerous person to be around and I would not have him visiting in my home. He's already hurting people but masks it by the silly-factor. But he's hurting them just like he hurt you. That was not funny! :( I think the age difference in itself is a huge concern, this is not a healthy relationship in any way. Maybe she likes to feel needed and he needs a mother (although probably more so just want someone to take advantage of), and maybe it makes her feel young and attractive that a young stud wants HER! But this is supposed to be an upcoming marriage, not an adoption of a troubled child. Ask her if she really believes in her heart that he will be a great husband in the long run, and will be there for her, supporting her and protecting, helping her in daily life and when life gets rough (he isn't, even now...) And will he be a fantastic father of her children, loving and protecting them, be a strong role model, guide, teacher of good and bad, give them healthy boundaries, help them grow up and mature to one day be responsible, healthy, independent adults? I don't think so. Definitely try to help her, but realize she may or may not listen. Some women (and men) will go ahead and make a poor choice even with all the warnings in the world. This marriage (if it happens) will not end well. I personally know so many who were warned not to marry a certain person, did it anyway, and have had nothing but problems. See if you can get her to read 10 stupid things women do to mess up their lives by Dr. Laura Schlessinger, that might open her eyes to the danger of what's she's doing. It may be all cute to her now, but later on she'll need a MAN. This guy is a boy at best. A predator, perhaps (probably). I'm very sorry, and I hate telling you these things because I know it will make your heart hurt so badly! I'd love to give you reassurance that it will be just fine. But I think you already know. So now, just work at reaching her. Definitely try your best to help her see that a huge life decision such as a marriage is worth pushing back to make sure she's making the right decision. Hopefully in that time she'll realize the mistake of being with him. All the best to you and your daughter!!! (((HUG)))...See More2ManyDiversions
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