“We were told before financing that it would be $25,000, but now it’s $43,000.
It’s a scam.”
They are beautiful but a pain to maintain.
“Expensive gutter guards.
And we still have water dripping from the gutters onto our heads when it rains.
Don’t make the same mistake!
Anonymous
3.
The hood didn’t capture the smoke well at all.
I’m unsure any hood would.
Do your research first so you know what you’re getting yourself into.”
“Our regret was buying into an attached cluster home.
Our lawn service is crappy, and our attached neighbor takes care of nothing outside either.”
“Remodeling our kitchen.
My wife and I no longer cook except on the grill.
We spent over $12,000 that could have financed a nice vacation.”
“A jetted tub.
I always wanted one, and this one came with the house.
Give me a plain soaking tub any day.”
maggiszczepanski
7.
No matter what you do to care for them, they scratch so easily.
I prefer tile flooring."
Our electric bill is about the same as before.
Now, we have to pay a $110 bill for the next 25 years!
We were told before financing that it would be $25,000, but now it’s $43,000.
It’s a green scam."
Kyle, 38, Colorado
9.
“Finishing the basement.
We did it for resale and rarely used it.”
“Stainless steel wire railings.
Meanwhile, our redwood fences and posts are totally fine with an occasional stain touch-up.
They were also easy to install, look great, and cost a lot less.”
Nathan, 40, California
11.
“Buying a home with not one but two wood-burning fireplaces.
Due to local clean air ordinances, we can no longer use them.
Now, they just take up a big area of space in our house.”
“Pools are money pits.
Create a backyard oasis with a natural pond and fountain for birds and plants and such instead.
Peace can be found for less stress!”
It’s more expensive and high-maintenance, and it gets stinky, especially if you havedogs.
Natural grass is better, and certain types don’t need much watering either."
“Honestly, all stainless steel appliances.
What’s the point?
Yes, they look fancier than white or black, but they’re easily twice the price.
Ellie, Maine
15.
“I regret my granite countertops.
They look great but require yearly sealant which works poorly.
Shortly after installation, I had back surgery and was down for a few days.
Additionally, the bathroom granite started crumbling around the hidden sink edge.
I spent all this money and can’t wait to tear them out!”
“I regret ever wanting a pot filler.
N, 40, Canada
17.Last but not least: “Custom horizontal blinds.
They look great when new but require constant dusting and washing.
There has to be a better way for light control and privacy.”
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