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New Homeowner Survival Kit

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New Homeowner Survival Kit

Hammer – to hammer out any problems

Screws – because you may have some loose ones when you finish

Plaster – because owning a home is just “patch, patch, patch”

Paint – to brighten up your life

Carpet – to soften life’s blows

Level – to keep your life in balance

Measuring tape – for the next big project

Glue/adhesive – to help you stick with the project

Piece of floor tile – so you can “have the floor”

Nails – to hold you up

Trowel – to smooth out any rough spots

Bandaids – for those boo boos you make

Chocolate candy – because it makes working worthwhile

Duct Tape for when he/she WON’T Shut Up!

Melissa 'Liss' Burnell, Founder of Budget101

👩‍🍳 About the Author

Melissa “Liss” Burnell is the founder of Budget101.com, a trusted frugal living resource online since 2001. With over 25 years of hands-on experience in meal planning, debt reduction, and DIY homemaking, she’s helped millions of families live well for less.

A mother of two, Liss first made waves by cutting her family’s grocery bill to under $200/month—then teaching others how to do the same. She is the author of two bestselling ebooks on feeding a family on a tight budget, available on Amazon.

📚 Learn more on the About page, or connect with Liss on Pinterest, Instagram, or Facebook.

1 thought on “New Homeowner Survival Kit”

  1. Thank you so much! I made this and I included a few essential tools, some eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and even a gift card to a local restaurant.

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