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In a building contract, the dollar amount assigned to items that have not been selected at the time the contract was signed. (Example: carpet, lighting.)

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Allowance
In a building contract, the dollar amount assigned to items that have not been selected at the time the contract was signed. (Example: carpet, lighting.)
Anchors
Steel bolts used to anchor the sill plate to the foundation. Anchor bolts are installed to prevent the displacement of the house by wind, earthquake, or other forces.
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Interior trim installed below the window stool.

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