Where to Save and Where to Splurge on a Kitchen Remodel

Where to Save and Where to Splurge on a Kitchen Remodel
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Are you thinking about doing a kitchen remodel in your home? If so, you’re not alone.

Statistical data from 2019 shows that as many as 37% of people want to do a remodel for a long time before they actually have the funds available to go ahead with it. And that comes as no surprise. The average redo can cost anywhere between $5,000 and $50,000, depending on the features you’re after.

Sure, you may have a solid idea about your dream kitchen’s most prominent features (whether it’s a professional gas range or a Pinterest-worthy farmhouse sink). Still, there will always be some things you won’t have as much insight about. And with these, it can be hard to decide if you should save or splurge.

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7 Steps to a Solar Powered Home

7 Steps to a Solar Powered Home
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People switch to solar for a variety of reasons.

Besides generating electricity that is completely pollution-free, solar has a full life-cycle pollutant level that is much lower than any fossil fuel (after accounting for manufacturing and the rest of the supply chain). 

By generating your own electricity, you reduce your reliance on the utilities and protect yourself from future price increases. For those who are truly committed to being independent, they can add batteries to their homes and be disconnected from the grid.

Despite all these compelling reasons to go solar, there are some relatively easy and even free things you should do around your house first, before you invest heavily in solar panels. Some of these are obvious, but others are little vampires that you may not even realize are draining your energy and money.

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7 Great DIY Home Sauna Ideas

7 Great DIY Home Sauna Ideas
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If you’ve ever spent time in a sauna, you know just how relaxing they can be, especially after a hard workout. Aside from the physical benefits, saunas have been shown to improve health as well.

Unfortunately, having one installed at home is a luxury that many people cannot afford. But what if you could build one yourself?

You can! Here are 7 creative home sauna designs to inspire your own DIY sauna project.:

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8 Landscaping Tips That Can Help Sell Your House Faster

8 Landscaping Tips That Can Help Sell Your House Faster

For homeowners planning to make a good impression on potential buyers, it’s crucial to take some necessary measures to boost the curb appeal of one’s home. Most people often overlook the outdoor landscaping of their homes or left it incomplete while preparing for the sale process. However, when you have an appealing and well-maintained outdoor landscape, it can increase the overall value of your home. 

Once you decide to put your home for sale, it’s best to start cleaning the yard around a month before you plan to show your house. After that, you’ll have enough time to keep everything in good order and leave a good, lasting impression on potential home buyers.

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