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Tenant-Proof
The Otis Tail Durability Index, systematized. Materials and finishes that survive actual humans — and their pets, their kids, and their refusal to open a window when they shower. If it can't survive a 75-pound Labrador, it doesn't belong in a rental.
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Tenant-Proof
Window Treatments for Rentals: The $14 Blinds That Somehow Still Look Fine
After trying various window treatments in my rentals, the $14 basic blinds still...
Tenant-Proof
Cabinet Hardware That Won't Loosen — and the Stuff That Will in Six Months
After dealing with loose cabinet hardware in multiple rentals, here’s my tested ...
Tenant-Proof
Paint Finishes, Explained by Someone Who Has Repainted 3 Units in 4 Years
After repainting three rental units multiple times, here’s my practical guide to...
Tenant-Proof
The Otis Tail Durability Index: A Definitive Ranking of 7 Flooring Types
I ranked 7 common flooring options using my ultimate test: the Otis tail. Plus r...