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B ack in 2016, after one too many HGTV binges, I convinced myself Fred and I could be our own version of Fixer Uppe r. We were downsizing and on the hunt for a new home when we stumbled upon a repo property. Fred begged me to go look at it, but I
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was determined it was not worth my time. However, his persistence paid off, because the moment I walked through the door, I saw the whole vision unfold. By the end of that first walkthrough, I had the renovation mapped out in my head from start to finish. I assumed it would be as easy as it looks on TV. Turns out, real life is not HGTV, and we are about as far from Chip and Joanna as you can get. At first, it really was fun. The whole family grabbed sledgehammers and went to town, knocking down walls like it was a new sport. Demo day felt like a party with a lot of instant gratification. But after the thrill of smashing walls, you come to the part no TV show warns you about—you have to clean up the mess and put the house back together. That is when the late nights began, along with the stress over money and the occasional meltdown. The reality of renovating? It costs more, takes longer, and drains more patience than you ever expected. But when the dust finally settled, the house became exactly what I had envisioned, and was worth almost every
meltdown along the way. If you take one thing from my experience, let it be this: hire a contractor. Running the project yourself is a fast track to stress. A good contractor is worth every penny, and peace of mind is the real bargain. Which brings me to this month’s issue. If you love homes and design as much as I do, you will love our Home Edition. Inside, you will see a local renovation that rivals anything HGTV has ever aired, plus an incredible new construction in downtown Texarkana, Arkansas, brought to life by George Dodson’s vision. We have also highlighted stunning outdoor living spaces, builder insights, and perspectives on Texarkana’s housing challenges and opportunities. And, of course, we have all your monthly favorites as well. Every home tells a story, whether it is still in progress or already complete. What matters most is not the paint color or the floor plan; it is the beautiful lives built inside. Enjoy the inspiration,
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