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You’ve seen the TV shows. A nice couple looks for a house. They want everything updated and beautiful; who wouldn’t? But it never takes long before the couple’s hopes are dashed, and they have to settle for a fixer-upper, which, on the shows, saves them a boatload of money. Do they really save money, though? A survey in  Porch  says that no, homebuyers don’t save money on buying a fixer-upper, and often, they lose money. Even though the majority of fixer-upper homeowners thought they could save money, they actually spent about the same or more than their move-in ready counterparts.   On average, respondents paid just over $250,000 for move-in ready homes. Meanwhile, fixer-uppers cost slightly under $200,000, on average. After renovations, though, fixer-upper homeowners ended up spending almost $247,000 in total when they managed to stay within budget. Fixer-upper homeowners who went over budget spent over $25,000 more than move-in ready homebuyers for a total c...

14 days until your big move.  You’re getting close. You’ve employed your packing techniques. You can see the finish line. With the boxes squared away, you’ll have a lot more space to begin cleaning. It’s also time to finalize your services. Schedule utilities.  At this point, you’ll need to set a transfer or cancellation date for your utilities. Electric, water, and gas, as well as entertainment and convenience services (e.g., cable and telephone), should be on your to-do list. Confirm contracted moving services.  Call to confirm not only the date of your moving service, but the plan for the day. Ask about arrival times, as well as anything the company may need from you on the day of the move. Book short-term storage if needed . If you’re doing any work on your new home, you might need a storage facility close to your new house where you can keep your belongings while floors are being installed or other major work takes place. Strategize your transitional lifestyl...