Contracting and Remodeling

August 15, 2025

Contractor Insights: Setting a Realistic Remodeling Budget

Homeowners rarely start a remodel with a blank check. Most come in with a number based on savings, a home equity line, or what feels reasonable in their market. The trouble begins when that number collides with actual labor rates, material prices, and the hidden conditions inside older homes. I...

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September 16, 2025

Kitchen Remodeling Near Me: Permit Basics Every Owner Should Know

Kitchen projects look simple on paper. Swap some cabinets, add an island, maybe widen a doorway. Then the inspector’s card shows up taped to your front door, and your schedule drifts by a week, then two. Permits are not the glamorous part of a kitchen remodel, but they are the part that keeps your...

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About Harriett Porter
I am a energetic professional with a broad portfolio in project management. My endurance for original ideas inspires my desire to develop successful initiatives. In my business career, I have established a track record of being a determined risk-taker. Aside from scaling my own businesses, I also enjoy encouraging up-and-coming creators. I believe in inspiring the next generation of business owners to realize their own purposes. I am readily on the hunt for new opportunities and working together with complementary creators. Defying conventional wisdom is my drive. When I'm not working on my idea, I enjoy immersing myself in dynamic locales. I am also focused on philanthropy.