Middle Georgia Living

Your Guide to Living in the Heart of Georgia

Tina Mickelson Tina Mickelson

What Your Current Home Can Teach You About Your Next One

Before you build a wish list for your next home, take a closer look at the one you're living in now. The spaces you use, the things that frustrate you and the features you'd hate to lose can tell you more about what you need next than any inspiration board.

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Tina Mickelson Tina Mickelson

When a House Checks Every Box but Still Doesn’t Feel Right

Sometimes a house has the right number of bedrooms, the right features and even the right price, but something still doesn't click. Here's why your home-buying checklist is only part of the decision — and what that hesitation may be telling you.

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Tina Mickelson Tina Mickelson

Stop Searching for Your “Forever Home”

Buying a home is a big decision, but does your next house really need to work for every possible version of your life? Here’s why focusing on your real needs, foreseeable future and financial comfort may lead you to a better home than chasing the idea of “forever.”

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Tina Mickelson Tina Mickelson

The Hidden Cost of Buying “More House” Than You Need

More square footage can sound like a better value, but a bigger home also means more to furnish, maintain, clean and pay for over time. Before you decide how much house you need, it’s worth thinking about whether that extra space will actually add something meaningful to your everyday life.

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