Adopt a few of these home tips to find a bit more cash each month. Your house gives you so much: security, pride, shelter. With all that on the line, it’s easy to assume the costs of keeping it up just are what they are. But wait. There are plenty of expenses that are simply a waste. Here’s how to save money each month without putting a dime of home value at risk. #1 … [Read more...]
What You Should Really Know About Browsing for Homes Online
It’s fun! It’s exciting! It’s important to take everything with a grain of salt! Oh, let’s just admit it, shall we? Browsing for homes online is a window shopper’s Shangri-La. The elegantly decorated rooms, the sculpted gardens, the colorful front doors that just pop with those “come hither” hues. Browser beware, though: Those listings may be seductive, but they might not … [Read more...]
How a Couple’s Dreams Changed Once They Began Looking for a House
“What to look for in a house” shouldn’t be carved in stone. Sometimes changing your mind is a good thing. Names: Katye Nash, 27, and Cody Moore, 29 City: La Grange, Ky. Year of Home Purchase: 2018 Sale Price: $154,000 Home Style: 25-year-old ranch Professions: She’s a recruiter, he’s a salesman. When Katye Nash decided to stop … [Read more...]
7 Ideas to Make Your Outdoor Living Space Irresistible
Budget ideas to transform your outdoor living space into a beautiful (and fun) retreat. Americans are putting their own spin on the Scandinavian passion for open-air living–friluftsliv. We’re not just doing things outside as much as possible. We’re expanding our indoor living space to the outdoors. And that’s increasing the value of homes and adding features buyers are … [Read more...]
A Kitchen Remodel Worksheet to Help You Cut Costs
Find out how much it costs to remodel a kitchen, item by item, so you never spend more than you need to. How much is that kitchen remodel going to cost you? That's a hard number to nail down. It's not like you can cost compare on Amazon. Instead, you need to research, create a budget, and track your expenses. Having your own kitchen remodel … [Read more...]
