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        "text": "A family room addition expands your home footprint outward on your lot to create an entirely new, fully integrated living area. A conversion, such as turning an attached garage or porch into living space, works inside an existing building envelope. While a conversion can save on foundation and roof framing costs, an addition gives you complete freedom over room dimensions, ceiling height, and window placement. It also preserves your functional garage storage and vehicle parking. The right choice depends on your lot size, budget, and storage needs.",
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