Considering buying a fixer upper home? In a world filled with do it yourself home videos and blogs dedicated to DIY, many people are deciding to take the plunge into homeownership by investing in a fixer upper. These homes usually cost much less than a renovated or new house, and once the place is ... continue reading...
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Zillow’s Advice: Tips Before Buying A ‘Fixer Upper’ Home
Entry #2810, September 5, 2013 Purchasing a home that needs serious remodeling is no easy decision. Renovations are time consuming, expensive, and require commitment and determination to complete. If a house hunter is seriously considering buying a home to restore, they can follow these five ... continue reading...
The Pros & Cons of Buying a ‘Fixer-Upper’ Home
Entry #1429, August 1, 2012 If you've been thinking about investing into some real estate, rather than purchasing a brand new home (that can cost quite a bit of money), you may have been considering buying a "fixer upper", instead. That way, you can get the property for much less money and then fix ... continue reading...
Guest Blogger: How to Decide the Ideal ‘Fixer-Upper’ Projects for your Home
Guest Blogger #337, Entry #909, January 20, 2012 Despite the fact that the housing market is currently ideal for buyers, with low prices allowing many to get into bigger and better properties than they could have imagined just a few years ago, many homeowners still have to settle for fixer-upper ... continue reading...
Guest Blogger: DIY Tips to Survive Moving into a Fixer-Upper Home
Guest Blog #203, Entry #692, October 7, 2011 Have you just purchased a home that needs some tender loving care? 'Fixer-uppers' are a great investment if you are willing to put in the needed labor, time and expense of fixing it up once you move into it. Today, my Guest Blogger gives DIY tips from ... continue reading...
How Hiring the Right Contractor Can Save You Money
Trust and proven expertise should be the most important factors when choosing professionals to work in your home-- and if you are facing a major remodel project finding the right general contractor can make all the difference. Taking on a "Fixer Upper" When my husband and I purchased a house on an ... continue reading...
4 Ways to Save Money On New Kitchen Countertops
If you’ve been thinking about a kitchen remodel then updating your kitchen countertops are a great place to start. You may think that changing out your countertops is a huge and expensive process, but it doesn’t have to be either one. Use these four tips to update your kitchen with new countertops ... continue reading...
Remodeling your Aging Home with #LPSmartside House Siding
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by LP SmartSide and I have been compensated for my participation. All opinions are strictly my own. House siding can be an easy way to give your aging home a makeover. Whether you’ve just moved into a fixer-upper home or you want to give your current home a ... continue reading...
Updating My Foyer With Del Mar Fans & Lighting
Note: I was asked to participate in the 2015 New Year Re-Design a Room Project sponsored by Del Mar Fans & Lighting. Although I have been compensated and provided with the lighting fixture, all opinions are my own. 2015 New Year Re-Design a Room Project – Updating My Foyer with Del Mar Fans ... continue reading...
How to Transform your Old Bathroom into a Modern One
Guest Blogger +1K, Entry #2676, July 23, 2013 Are you tired of your old bathroom and its outdated tile, lighting fixtures, and decor? Whether you have moved into a fixer-upper home or you have been trying to think of how to makeover your current bathroom, it shouldn’t be a challenge to create a ... continue reading...
Guest Blogger: 5 Considerations Before Buying an Older Home
Guest Blogger #950, Entry #2370, May 2, 2013 There's no denying that older homes have a certain appeal. They come with the charm of a bygone era, the patina of age, and a level of craftsmanship that simply doesn't seem to exist anymore. Sadly, they also come with substandard foundational pieces ... continue reading...
Renovating Your Home the Cheap Way
Entry #1383, July 16, 2012 Whether you are moving into a fixer-upper home that needs renovating or you are upgrading your current home, upgrades are a necessary part of homeownership. Even though you may not be able to afford the renovations you want, finding a happy medium in price and ... continue reading...