My husband and I own a 1958 18 foot Traveler Airstream. We bought her from a collector in Olympia, WA. After finding a small opal ring buried deep in a corner, we named her Opal. She’d been sitting in the collector’s barn for 25 years and was VERY dusty. Her frig no longer functioned so we used it as an ice box but the “Princess” stove still worked like a charm. With my dad’s help, we installed Flor carpeting and covered that with green shag. The couch was covered in retro print and a new bed was built that is more comfortable than any bed out there! I had someone sew the curtains and made custom bedding. We’ve been camping in her for years.
Budget Kitchen Remodeling: 5 Money-Saving Steps
Published: January 19, 2012
Can’t afford an entire kitchen remodel in one fell swoop? You can complete the work in 5 budget-saving stages (and still cook dinner during the down time).
Major kitchen remodels are among the most popular home improvements, but a revamped cooking and gathering space can set you back a pretty penny. According to the “2015 Remodeling Impact Report” from the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, a complete renovation of a 210-square-foot kitchen has a national median cost of $60,000, and you’ll recover 67% of that cost come selling time.
Where is America Moving?
Where did people move in 2011? According to the Atlas Van Lines 2011 Migration Patterns Study, Southwestern and Mid-Atlantic coastal states were the most popular destinations. The study provides a snapshot of relocation trends over the course of the year. States that lost more residents than they gained are classified as outbound states, while those that gained more residents than they lost are classified as inbound states.
Emma Avenue – Sold in 6 Days
480 S. Emma Avenue sold at asking price of $369,000, just a few days after coming onto the market.
In getting the home ready for sale, carpets were removed to show off the beautiful wood floors that had been covered and protected for years, windows were washed inside and out, and every surface of the house was scrubbed to give the home that extra sparkle. To neutralize and emphasize the home’s spaciousness, the walls were painted with the perfect light color. The yard was spruced up and flowers added to give that extra curb appeal. The service providers did a wonderful job getting the home ready. (I’d be happy to share their names with you!) The final step was to stage the house to make the home more inviting while buyers toured through.