I have a three-tab asphalt shingle roof that I would like to re-roof myself. I've heard it is ok to just put asphalt shingles on top of the old (so you don't have to scrape up all the old shingles) as long as it doesn't go over three layers deep. Is this true? If so, should I be putting down tar paper on top of the old shingles before laying the new layer?
Also, is there any disadvantage of going with fancier asphalt shingles than three tab? I've seen some neat stuff from home depot (manufacturer GAF) that look really neat, but are definitely not three tab design.