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By Casey Finn | May 27, 2022

Pressing pause on content until next week…

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By Casey Finn | May 25, 2022

The day has finally arrived! Come take a look at LaTanya’s brand new living and dining rooms…

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By Casey Finn | May 23, 2022

Answering your questions about life as a news reporter, buying homes in Chicago, my favorite parenting resources, and more!

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Reader OMG! – Sophia’s Mozambique Safe Haven

By Casey Finn | May 20, 2022

Today, we’re traveling all the way to Mozambique to see Sophia’s home in the jungle. Get ready for one of the coolest homes you ever did see…

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Our Three-Year Home Anniversary

By Casey Finn | May 18, 2022

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By Lindsey Hammer | May 16, 2022

Want to take better pictures of your home (or your family)? This post has tips to shoot photos with your phone!

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The Design Plans for Our Feel Good Makeover

By Casey Finn | May 13, 2022

We’re giving LaTanya a new living and dining room. Here’s a look at the design plan for each space…

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By Casey Finn | May 11, 2022

Come meet LaTanya. A woman giving back to her community and the most deserving recipient of a feel good room makeover!

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