There’s no denying the charm of an old home. Old world architectural features like arches, decorative pilasters, steeply pitched roofs and stained-glass windows offer elegance and ambience unmatched by the modern homes of today. Hand-carved character isn’t the only thing these houses have to offer, however. Many were expertly constructed with a commitment to quality.

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For decades or even centuries, these homes have stood tall against torrential rains, gusty winds and heavy snowfalls. The storms have passed, but chances are Mother Nature and Father Time have taken a toll on these stately estates. If you’re the owner of an older home that’s looking weathered and worn, there are many things you can do to breathe life back into your abode.  If you’re  thinking “I just want to Sell My House Fast!” or if you are looking to move up the property ladder by making  a large profit on the sale of your home then giving your home some TLC is in order. Perhaps you just want to update your home by doing some kitchen remodeling,  or boot it’s curb appeal, here are three tips to make your home look years younger. Read more

If you are a homeowner on a budget, it is important to have some basic DIY skills that will help you make your house beautiful without having to spend a fortune on skilled traders. Before Fixer Upper and HGTV, my husband and I were tackling DIY jobs and making our home dreams come true, but there was a lot of trial and error! As two young teachers on a budget with dreams of a beautiful home, DIY was the only way to make those dreams a reality. Neither one of us had very many handyman skills, but through trial and error and lots of practice we my husband has really has turned out to be a truly skilled DIYer.  Read more

Hello and welcome back to Home Ownership 101! Today’s topic is home investment. When we talk investments, we usually think about things that have an initial cost that slowly gain value over time. In terms of our homes, this can include big renovations, repairs and other design choices that just keep on giving many years into the future. With spring coming, many people are making plans to invest in their homes, but the to-do list might be overwhelming, so it is important to place priority on those projects that will yield the best return over time. Have a plan of action for some of the best ways you can carry out positive home improvement changes. It’s good to have an idea of where you should start with this, and these are some of the best ideas you can put into practice in order to make your home better in 2020. Our home improvement list is pretty long, but we are really trying to make changes that will increase our home’s value. During my training to obtain my KY Real Estate license, I learned a lot about home investments and ways to improve future property value (appreciation). Here are four home investments to make now t. *This post contains affiliate and/or sponsored links. Read more