Make your new house feel homey and inviting with these tips!
 
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When we first step into a new property, it always takes a while to make the switch between viewing it as someone else?s home and feeling like it?s ours. To make sure that you aren?t sitting and staring at rooms full of boxes waiting to be unpacked, here are a few tips to help you start your new life in your new home quickly and comfortably.
Reacquaint Yourself With The Space
Walk around the house before you unpack anything to see your home with fresh eyes. Remember that you are not beholden to what the previous owners left behind.
Think About The Garden
Make plans for your garden right away. Look at how much light and water different areas of the garden will get and plan your planting accordingly. If you are looking forward to entertaining this summer, a garden deck or fire pit will give you more space for guests. Remember that sunshine and time spent outside are great for our mental health. Make A Budget For Home Improvements
Calculate the repayments for your mortgage into your monthly budget. Home expenses do not stop once you move in, and home improvements can get costly quickly. If you have taken out a jumbo home loan, for example, it is important that you make sure that you can keep up with those interest rates. Don?t commit to projects that you can?t afford.
Make A Timetable For Home Improvements
Plan each stage of your refurbishments, improvements and changes and create a timetabl...