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Sep 17
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Short and Sweet: The Absurd Life of a Ho...

Eric Goranson
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Got a midweek update for you, and let me tell you, it's a doozy! We're diving into the chaotic world of prepping a house for sale, and spoiler alert: there's always one more thing to fix. Seriously, it's like a never-ending game of “What did I forget?” where the prize is a slightly less chaotic living space. I’m out here hustling before my photo team shows up, trying not to lose my mind over the million little details I missed. But hey, sometimes you just gotta throw your hands up and say, “That’s good enough!” So, join me as I share a few laughs, some not-so-zen moments, and the thrill of making my place look pretty for the big reveal. Get ready for some real talk about home improvement absurdities!

Buckle up, buttercup, because it’s midweek update time! Today, I’m out here in the trenches, prepping my house for sale, and let me tell you, it’s a wild ride. Photo shoot day is here, and I’ve been up before dawn, racing against the clock to make sure my house doesn’t look like a scene from a horror movie. The real kicker? You think you’re done until you realize there’s always one more thing you could fix or clean—like a bad sequel that just won’t quit. But enough is enough, right? I’ve finally decided today is the day I’m done chasing perfection. I mean, I’m not selling Buckingham Palace here, just a cozy little place that could use a little love.

On a brighter note, I just tackled an amazing backyard project with my buddies at System Pavers—two days of hard work, and bam! My outdoor space looks like it belongs on the cover of a magazine. I can’t wait to reveal the transformation; I’ll be posting the details on our Facebook page because everyone loves a good before-and-after story, right? Plus, there’s something satisfying about showing off a job well done.


Before I sign off, let’s chat about interest rates because, let’s be real, it’s the elephant in the room. Will it be a half-point drop, or are we stuck with a quarter-point? Fingers crossed we get some good news because we all want to save a few bucks when buying a home. Alright, I’ve got to run, the photo team is about to storm the castle, and I need to make sure my house doesn’t look like I’ve just survived a tornado. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to catch our next full episode this Saturday!

Takeaways:

  • Getting your house ready for sale involves endless little tasks that are oh-so-fun to tackle.
  • It's amazing how easily we overlook things in our own homes, like a classic case of the forest and trees.
  • Sometimes you just have to say, 'enough is enough' when prepping for that big sale day.
  • If you're not selling a mansion, perfection isn't always necessary—good enough can totally work!

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Companies mentioned in this episode:

  • System Pavers


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