We just shared some big news—we recently sold our home! Yes, the one we poured our heart and soul into, built from the ground up, and created countless memories in over the past four years. Selling was bittersweet, but it felt like the right decision. Home values have skyrocketed since we built our house in 2020, and we realized it was the perfect time to sell in 2024. Are you wondering if now is a good time for you to buy or sell a home? Here’s our perspective and some insights to consider.
Financial Tips
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Are you surprised? Yep, we remodeled another home. After months of searching, we finally found the perfect one in the perfect area, and we were so eager to get started. The fun (and maybe a little stressful) part was that we only had 4 1/2 weeks to get it all done! More on that soon, but first, let’s talk about the plan and answer the big question: How much does it cost to remodel a house? Let’s take a look at what we had budgeted for this project and then we can discuss if we went over or under on this budget.
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Selling a home is an adventure filled with choices, some of which involve deciding what to repair and what to leave as is. As tempting as it might be to fix every little imperfection before listing, it’s not always necessary—or financially-wise. Let’s walk through the key areas you might consider skipping over on the repair list, not only to save money but also to avoid unnecessary headaches.
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So many people live in the same home throughout most of their life. This can be a great thing, but for us, you know this is not the case. This story goes way back to my childhood to when I lived in six different homes within the same town over a period of about ten years.
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We all love a beautiful home and all the gorgeous furnishings, but the part that isn’t so glamorous is the monthly payment that comes along with it. The truth is, having a mortgage is simply a part of life for most homeowners.