Historic Homes Doubled our Money

Historic homes are the most rewarding property you could possibly renovate. Have you ever watched This Old House, and drooled at the final result when the house was finished? Did you fantasize over finding hidden gold in a 1800's oldie goldie? I did! I bought our first renovation without my husband seeing it. He thought I was crazy and I was throwing away our money! Our first home was a Cracker Cabin in the pan handle of Florida. It was on 40 acres. We put lots of sweat equity in that place. We pushed down an old out building and paneled the kitchen with the barn wood. We fixed and painted and we learned everything the hard way. It was a very difficult for two inexperienced city slickers to figure things out but we did. It was hard work but we doubled our money!

After the cabin our second renovation was a snap. We bought a rundown condo with a gorgeous lake and mountain views. We did the simple things, clean, paint, re-tile and bought new appliances. Our work started a slew of other renovations in the building and since we started first we had a quick, easy and profitable sale. Six(total renovations) later and very good profit, we swore,no more renovations. We had a Historic House relapse and bought another 1905 Victorian but someone else did most of the hard work. I promised my husband no more fixers. To those buyers who want a fixer.....let me find you one and then YOU buy it. My husband will love that! Historic homes are still my passion but a promise is a promise and I keep my Promises.