If you’re new to land life, fencing seems easy enough. But I’ll be honest—this is one of those things you’ll probably get wrong the first time. We sure did. Looking back, here’s what I wish we’d done differently from the start. Spent More Upfront on Quality Materials We tried to save money by going cheap…
When you’re buying land, it’s easy to get caught up in what looks nice and forget what actually adds long-term value. Over the years, we’ve made some choices that paid off—either by making daily life easier or by giving us leverage when it came time to refinance or resell. Here’s what actually added value to…
Some cleaning routines give the illusion of cleanliness while actually making your house grungier in the long run. Whether it’s using the wrong tools or skipping steps, these habits are more common than people realize—and they quietly create more work for you down the road. Skipping Pre-Cleaning Steps If you don’t dust before spraying cleaner…
If the grid ever goes down—whether for a few hours or a few weeks—you don’t want to be caught scrambling. Power outages can mess up more than your lights. Heat, water, food, communication, and safety all take a hit. Having the right stuff already in your house makes a huge difference. It’s not about stockpiling…
There’s a difference between visiting the country and actually living on land. Out here, everything from how you park to how you handle trash says a lot more than you think. Most people don’t mean to broadcast that they’re new, but a few habits make it obvious real fast. If you’re trying to blend in—or…
A musty closet is more than an annoying smell—it’s usually a sign that something’s not right behind the scenes. Whether it’s trapped moisture, poor airflow, or something hiding in the back that should’ve been tossed months ago, your closet shouldn’t smell like a damp basement. The good news is, once you know what’s causing it,…
When you step outside and feel like you’re baking—even in the shade—it’s not just the summer heat. A lot of backyards are set up in ways that trap heat instead of helping it move. Certain surfaces, materials, and landscaping choices can soak up and reflect heat all day, making your yard feel way hotter than…
Your grandma might not have had fancy grow lights or an app to remind her when to water, but she knew how to grow food that actually fed her family. A lot of her methods came from experience—passed down, tested, and proven. And you know what? Most of them still work. If you’re trying to…