Who is Washa Remodeling?  Washa Remodeling & Design is a local remodeler to Madison.  We have been helping local homeowners build and remodel their dreams since 1983 and are made on the foundation that a home is more than 4 walls, its where lives are built and stories are made.  For this reason we focus on the design build aspect of remodeling.  We employ an interior designer on staff that helps homeowners incorporate their dreams into reality, even if a customer isn’t sure what they truly need.  We marry time-honored expertise with modern trends to create the perfect space for, ensuring a seamless experience from our very first meeting to…

Water management is an important aspect of maintaining a healthy and safe home. From cleaning gutters to installing sump pumps, there are several measures you can take to protect your property from water damage. Here are some essential tips to help you manage water effectively. Cleaning Gutters: Gutters play a critical role in diverting water away from your home. But if they’re clogged with debris, they can’t do their job effectively. Make sure to clean your gutters regularly, especially during the fall when leaves and other debris can accumulate quickly. Downspout Termination: Downspouts are another critical component of your home’s water management system. Make sure they’re properly connected and extend…

There are many down payment assistance programs available in Dane and surrounding counties.  Some provided by employers.  Some provided by non-profit organizations.  Others provided by government agencies.  There are also down payment assistance programs offered by banks.  Associated Bank has its own proprietary down payment assistance program called Program for Assisting Today’s Homebuyer (PATH).  PATH is a grant program funded by Associated Bank and can only be used with an Associated Bank retail first mortgage purchase or construction loan product.  What makes PATH different from many other programs offered by employers, non-profit organizations and government agencies is the PATH grant is fully forgiven at closing.  Typically, other down payment assistance…

Imposter Syndrome On March 12, 2023, I sat down to watch the Oscars and make a list of all the great movies I hadn’t seen yet. One particular movie intrigued me, Everything Everywhere All at Once. It received eleven nominations. Daniel Kwan, and his co-writer, Daniel Scheinert, won Best Original Screenplay. When Kwan stepped to the microphone, this is what he said, “My imposter syndrome has never been so high.” What? He just won an Oscar. And in just a few minutes, the two Daniels would win best director. Then a short time after that, they took the top prize, Best Picture. How could there be any imposter syndrome? Well,…