Angora rebuilding nightmare puts house in jeopardy again

By Michael Finney, KGO-TV

If you ever have to hire a contractor, you could end up paying twice for the same bill. It’s happening to more and more people.

It’s another sign of the times. The recession seems to be taking its toll even in the most unusual ways.

Images of the devastating Angora Fire in South Lake Tahoe are still etched in the minds of Howard and Joann Manning. The fire destroyed their home three years ago, but they’re still living with the consequences today.

“It’s very stressful. We haven’t had a normal life,” Howard said.

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