Mates rates are better than retail, so that's handy. I have a few friends so I'll be calling in favours, putting on a few BBQ's after the work is done and all. We have a healthy barter system going really, and are also just willing to help each other. It's what's making me want to do the renovation myself...the fact I have expertise at hand and will learn some new things along the way.
Funds man...always an issue and I'm always mindful. I guess I don't want to over-expose myself financially as there's plans for the present and future that still need to happen. It's a balancing act I guess.
I think it's always a balancing act at least until you get to a certain point of being wealth. I'm not sure I would ever want to be at that point. It keeps you honest! I have grilled more than a few steaks for my friend as payment for his help!
Steak payments...the best ever as one gets to partake also. 🙂
Absolutely!