Key Takeaways 🔥 Annualize yields to fairly compare different T-Bill maturities🔥 Buy T-Bills on TreasuryDirect to skip all transaction fees🔥 Weigh T-Bills vs. commercial paper based on risk and liquidity🔥 Longer maturities usually pay more to offset limited access🔥 Use proper formulas to convert discount rates into true yields Foundational Background and Key Performance Indicators…
Key Takeaways 🔥 Residential pools: 6–8 hr turnover; commercial: as fast as 30 min🔥 Variable-speed pumps cut energy use up to 85% with same results🔥 Size circulation for real bather load—not just max capacity🔥 Too much turnover = mechanical wear and wasted energy🔥 Waterfalls look great but can double your evaporation and water bill Understanding…
Key Takeaways 🔥 Compare siding value—wood looks great but costs 3–5× more than vinyl🔥 Vinyl and fiber cement can recoup up to 95% at resale🔥 Pair siding with spray foam for 2× the R-value of fiberglass🔥 Choose ASTM-compliant materials for long-term weather resistance🔥 Use premium siding on front, budget-friendly options on hidden sides Typical Cost…
Key Takeaways 🔥 Recoup up to 75% of pool enclosure costs at resale—better than most upgrades🔥 Cut maintenance time in half by keeping out debris and pests🔥 Capture solar heat to extend swim season without extra energy costs🔥 Turn your pool into a year-round, bug-free outdoor retreat🔥 Enhance curb appeal and improve safety—appeals to insurers…
Key Takeaways But don’t assume all asphalt shingles are created equal—or priced equally. The cost to install these shingles varies widely based on the specific type you select. On average, you’re looking at $4 to $15 per square foot for installed asphalt shingles. That’s a pretty big range, right? Let’s break it down by type….
Key Takeaways 🔥 Keep CYA at 30–50 ppm (standard) or 60–80 ppm (saltwater) for best chlorine protection🔥 Buy stabilizer in bulk—cut cost from $8 to $3–$4/lb, saving up to 50%🔥 Typical 10,000-gal pool needs just $10–$40/year in stabilizer, not $180🔥 Proper CYA extends chlorine life 3–5× in sunny conditions🔥 Skip stabilizer for indoor pools—UV protection…
Key Takeaways Cost Ranges for Major Remodeling Elements Remodeling Element Cost Range Unit Measurement Kitchen (Minor) $4,000 – $20,000 Total Project Kitchen (Average) $15,000 – $50,000 Total Project Kitchen (High-End) $50,000 – $135,000+ Total Project Half Bath $1,500 – $15,000 Total Project Guest Bath $3,500 – $20,000 Total Project Primary/Master Bath $7,000 – $50,000+ Total…
Key Takeaways Province/Territory Tax Type GST (%) PST/HST (%) Total Rate (%) Alberta GST only 5 0 5 Yukon GST only 5 0 5 Northwest Territories GST only 5 0 5 Nunavut GST only 5 0 5 British Columbia GST + PST 5 7 12 Saskatchewan GST + PST 5 6 11 Manitoba GST +…
Key Takeaways 🔥 Backwash when pressure rises 8–10 PSI—not on a schedule🔥 Clean chemically to make filter sand last 10+ years🔥 Buy from pool suppliers—save $5–$10 per 50 lb bag🔥 Run at 15–20 GPM/sq ft—lower end improves filtration🔥 Use only #20 silica sand—play or construction sand won’t filter properly Pool Filter Sand: Cost, Performance, and…
Key Takeaways 🔥 Bulk buys slash costs—$12 drops to $3/lb for 25+ lb purchases🔥 Aim for 5–10 ppm chlorine boost for routine pool maintenance🔥 Use 10–30 ppm shock levels for algae—higher with stubborn types or high CYA🔥 Always check CYA levels—more CYA = more shock needed🔥 Compare stores—prices vary widely between pool shops and big…