I was at a wedding not too long ago and the bride gave an interesting speach about her new husband. He fancied himself a real DIY type fix it guy but she told a different story. She explained how it usually ended up costing her more paying a real contractor to fix everything that he usually screwed up. I am a big fan of trying to fix things on my own but sometimes you have to give in to ... Read More

I was just thinking the other day about the time when I moved a friend from his apartment to his house and how awful it was. It was a terrible experience because he had no plan and no organization. Can you save money planning a move? More than likely. A lot of people will favor doing it themselves over a moving company but this might not always be the most economical. Factor in your time, the cost of your gas, ... Read More

When you’re buying or selling a house the most important rooms of the house are the kitchen and bathroom. If you think about it, most bedrooms and family rooms are similar, but the kitchen and bath usually stand-out. In a house that is for sale, the kitchen usually is the most popular show piece. The biggest reason for this is the fact that the kitchen is where people seem to congregate. Whether it is to eat a meal, or just ... Read More

Everyone wants to have a home like those featured in Architectural Digest, but if you're like most, your finances will not allow for it. There are, however, several approaches to decorating and designing that you can take without breaking the bank. A fresh coat of paint can do wonders for brightening up a room, or even changing it completely. Having a room professionally painted can be pricey, however, depending on the contractor hired and the type of services provided. ... Read More