Are you thinking about planting a tree by your old house? We share a few important things we considered before selecting our new tree…and one thing we forgot that you should not! Planting a tree is a wonderful thing to do for the environment. It is a great gift to get someone! I received my …
Are you wondering whether or not to get a rain barrel? Does it make sense for your lifestyle? Where do you put a rain barrel? Does it really help the environment? Will it cost a lot of money? These are all questions that we have been asking ourselves as we decide whether or not to …
Do fans really save energy? Do you leave them on when you are not in the room? Do you use them with air conditioning? What about during the winter? We answer some of the obvious and not so obvious questions about fans in an old house. When I moved into our 1900s Victorian Farmhouse I …
If you are looking to save money on fixing up your old house check if your state offers a Historic Tax Credit. We saved $5,000 on our first old house rehab and our state offers up to $50,000! At least 39 states offer a Historic Tax Credits which can be 20%-25% of project costs. OUR …
I love spending long days outside on the porch, in the yard, swinging in the hammock, but the bugs!! How to keep those bugs away both indoors and out? We share 5 all natural tips we’ve learned from friends, neighbors, and pest control specialists over the years on how to keep those bugs away all …
It may still be cold, but spring is just around the corner. Now is the time for cleaning up your garden and getting it ready for spring. Our neighbor, Ian, at Elder Bear Farm shows us his top five tips for getting your garden ready for the upcoming season. Happy Gardening! WATCH THE 5 TIPS …