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Nov 2, 2020
5 min

6 Common Mistakes to Avoid as a First Time Homebuyer

It's a great time to buy your first home. Record low interest rates have made homeownership more affordable than it has been in years, s...

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10 Low-Cost Ways to Add Character to a Builder-Grade Home

lindsay.walston

Sep 24, 2020
4 min

10 Low-Cost Ways to Add Character to a Builder-Grade Home

Do you live in a builder grade or cookie-cutter home that lacks character, but are longing for that custom feel? Let’s face it. Budgets a...

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10 Tips & Tricks for a Professional-Quality Paint Job

lindsay.walston

Sep 12, 2020
6 min

10 Tips & Tricks for a Professional-Quality Paint Job

You’ve heard me say a couple of times at this point that being willing to overlook paint colors can save you thousands of dollars on a ho...

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10 Signs Your Fixer-Upper is a Money Pit

lindsay.walston

Aug 31, 2020
7 min

10 Signs Your Fixer-Upper is a Money Pit

Not all fixer uppers are created equal. Here are 10 signs your fixer upper could be much more than you bargained for.

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10 Low-Cost Kitchen Updates That Make A BIG Impact

lindsay.walston

Aug 26, 2020
5 min

10 Low-Cost Kitchen Updates That Make A BIG Impact

Want to update your kitchen but don't have a massive budget? Here are 10 low-cost kitchen updates that can make a big impact.

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Need to Hire a Contractor? Make Sure to Ask These 10 Questions

lindsay.walston

Aug 20, 2020
6 min

Need to Hire a Contractor? Make Sure to Ask These 10 Questions

So, I told you we love fixer-uppers right? We have hired our fair share of contractors at this point. Here are 10 questions you must ask!

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7 Interior Home Updates that Add the Most Value

lindsay.walston

Aug 13, 2020
7 min

7 Interior Home Updates that Add the Most Value

Not all home updates are created equal. Here are 7 interior updates that will result in the highest resale value for your home

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