Downsizing for Empty Nesters

Downsizing for Empty Nesters

Author: Leslie Segrete March 18, 2019 Duration: 42:38
Are you an empty nester looking to downsize?  Find out why droves of older Americans are trading in all that extra space for a cozy, low-budget, tiny homes. Plus, get answers to your home improvement questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever feel like your house is swallowing your savings and sanity with every creaky floorboard and leaky faucet? You're not alone, but there's a better way to think about it. With The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast, host Leslie Segrete reframes that classic dilemma. Here, a "money pit" isn't a disaster-it's simply a home you love and want to care for, room by room. Leslie serves as your practical guide, a sort of coach and helper for everything from urgent repairs to those big renovation dreams you've been sketching on napkins. Each episode digs into the real stuff of homeownership, offering unbiased, actionable expertise. You'll hear clear advice covering the full spectrum, whether it's a plumbing headache in the bathroom, finishing a basement, planning a garden layout, or organizing a chaotic garage. The conversation moves seamlessly from the nitty-gritty of demolition to the finishing touches of décor, all with the goal of making your projects less daunting and more successful. This podcast is for anyone who wants to roll up their sleeves and create a space that truly works, saving money and frustration through reliable knowledge. Tune in for a down-to-earth, empowering take on turning your household challenges into triumphs.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 1000

The Money Pit Home Improvement Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Improvements that Make Your Home Worth More #0219182 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:02
As we get closer to Spring, now’s the time to plan for projects you’d like to get done. Tom & Leslie have tips to make sure the money you put in to the project makes your home more valuable. Plus, get tips for buying a m…
The Secret to Successful Painting Projects #0219181 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:05
Painting may seem like a simple enough home improvement project but it’s also a project that can go terribly wrong if you don’t take just three steps before you start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic…
How to Pick the Most Durable Floors #0212181 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:59
There’s no part of the house that takes a bigger beating than the floor but not all floors stand up, and that includes hardwood floors. Tom and Leslie have tips to help you find the toughest floors. Learn more about your…
Live from This Old House Generation NEXT House, Part 2  #0205182 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:33
The Money Pit hits the road for a visit with the team at This Old House as they wrap up production on a beautiful 1890 home in Newton, MA. Listen and learn as these craftsmen, along with a group of new apprentices, give…
Live from This Old House Generation NEXT House, Part 1 #0205181 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:02
The Money Pit hits the road for a visit with the team at This Old House as they wrap up production on a beautiful 1890 home in Newton, MA. Listen and learn as these craftsmen, along with a group of new apprentices, give…
Easy Fixes for Winter Wind Woes #0129182 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:01
If the winter winds ripping through your neighborhood have caused shingles to loosen, siding to pull away or chilly air to blast through your windows, Tom & Leslie have tips for fast fixes Learn more about your ad choice…
Quick Cleaning Hacks for Busy Parents #0122182 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:51
Tips to keep your home clean and your sanity intact with a few clever house cleaning hacks for busy parents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How to Cut Water Heating Costs + Closet Organization Tips # 0122181 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:37
The cost of heating water can be one of the biggest drains on your utility budget. Tom & Leslie highlight advances that can cut water heating expense by almost 300%, plus get tips for closet organization, and answers to…