Living

With rising prices everywhere, finding a cheaper place to live is becoming much more of a reality for people. In California, the second-straight year saw the Golden State lose more residents than it gained. 

There are limitless ways to spend money on your home. Most of them do your home’s value no favors whatsoever. Many people would be better off doing nothing with their home for 30 years than to make the kinds of mistakes that detach the equity from your home’s value and send it packing. Most people have no idea why their home isn’t worth what they expected. It is possible that your pet project makes the list of the worst home improvement projects for your money. 

Remodeling comes with a lot of costs and the potential for mistakes. While most people know they need to set a budget and buffer for at least 10% over that amount, there are things they don’t often consider that could cost them later. Choosing your contractor wisely involves getting more than one quote. When you’re refurbishing your kitchen, you can avoid some of the most common mistakes by following these kitchen renovation tips.

Moving to a new town or neighborhood comes with a lot of unknowns. There is the issue of the commute time for those who work away from home or need to drop kids off for childcare. There is the issue of where to get groceries, what the crime rate is like, and if the area is friendly and welcoming or mostly keeps to themselves. Finding the right neighborhood can feel like looking for a diamond in the rough. Fortunately, there are ways to investigate locations before you rent or buy in an area. This can help you find a place that’s conveniently located near your work.