Originally Posted on Redfin by Lexi Klinkenberg Building home equity is one of the many financial benefits to homeownership, but sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. Increasing your property value through renovations or home additions, and paying off your mortgage, seem like the most straightforward ways to build equity. But there are […]
Remodeling and Expanding Your Home
You love your location, but you are growing to dislike your home. It is simply too small, awkward and out of date, so you consider moving. Remodel Your House After looking at what is available, and the hassle of picking up to ready your house for sale, let alone finding a suitable […]
Downsizing a Home with Less Stress
At different seasons in life many of us will face the need to downsize to a smaller home or apartment. Maybe you’re an empty nester or there are other circumstances that have changed. Perhaps you just want to declutter your current space. In this post, we’ll tackle some ways to deal […]
Fall Home Maintenance Tips
Depending where you live, autumn signals cooler temperatures and a reminder that winter is around the corner. It’s a great time to perform seasonal maintenance on your home. Here’s a fall home maintenance checklist to help you get started: Safety Maintenance • Check for burned out […]
How to Prepare Your Cabinets for Paint
Woo hoo! I have finally started the process of painting my kitchen cabinets. Here is an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide on how to prepare your cabinets for paint. Be warned. The first step is a doozy. Step 1. Worry and fret over whether or not to paint your kitchen cabinets. Estimated time: two […]
5 Signs You Need New Windows
I’m keeping a secret from my husband. I feel bad about it, but I just can’t get up the nerve to tell him. First, let me tell you the back-story. We’ve been doing a lot of home renovation lately. It started when I, on a whim, decided to scrape the popcorn […]
