Courtesy of Jason Neumann

SHOULD YOU FINISH YOUR BASEMENT BEFORE LISTING?

Living with an unfinished basement? If you don’t need the space, you may be fine with leaving it as is. Maybe you’ve always wanted to finish it, but just couldn’t fit it into your schedule. However, if you’re thinking of selling – this might be the time to get the project done. Before you hire a pro or begin to DIY, there are a few things you’ll need to investigate. First – what is the current ceiling height? If your home is newer, then there likely will be ample space to finish the ceiling. If you live in an older home, make sure there’s enough room for a 7’6” finished ceiling – and don’t forget to calculate the height any new flooring will add. Next, does your basement have any moisture issues? The great thing about an unfinished basement is that moisture issues are easy to spot and much easier to fix than with a finished basement. Once you start putting up drywall and installing flooring, moisture getting in can cause a lot of damage. Another thing to consider – are your current windows big enough? Older homes often have quite small basement windows, which may not pass an inspection once you list. They also need to open so they can be used as a fire escape. Plus, their energy efficiency is a big factor. If your windows already check all those boxes–great! If not, speak to a window expert to figure out the cost of upgrades.

LOGIC PUZZLE Courtesy of www.puzzlechoice.com

Three members of the Boston Horology Society have just returned from a holiday in Switzerland where they each purchased a handmade cuckoo clock. Can you work out where each person bought their clock, the name of the clockmaker and how much each clock cost – $100, $120 or $150? 1. Gloria Greene didn't buy the cheapest clock and it wasn't the one manufactured by Franz Geisser. 2. The clock bought in Geneva was manufactured by Hans Bruckner and was cheaper than the one bought by Wilbur Watson. 3. Trudie Tipler didn't buy her cuckoo clock in Zurich. 4. The most expensive clock was purchased in Zermatt but wasn't the one manufactured by Herman Finkel.

Name

Place

Clockmaker

Cost

$150

Zermatt Franz Geisser

Wilbur Watson

$100

Geneva Hans Bruckner

Trudie Tipler

$120

Zurich Herman Finkel

Gloria Greene

Cost

Place Clockmaker

Name

Answers:

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