Lara Anderson, Author at No Ordinary Homestead

Why Buying a Home Abroad May Be Beneficial to Your Health

Jul 16, 2014 | Expat Life, Travel

There were many reasons why we wanted to move back to Florida after our 12 year stint in Europe. The weather was a huge factor. And as I read through these other health benefits of living in a sunnier, beach-like climate, I have a few more good excuses for settling...

Back To Basics: Building Your Dream Home From Scratch

Jul 14, 2014 | House & Home

Americans have been building their own homes since the days of the early pioneers. In 2013, an estimated 64.5% of Americans owned their own homes. You will need guts, determination, and advice from self-build experts but your dream can become a reality. ...

Organise Your Garden For That Perfect Summer Party

Jul 9, 2014 | Entertaining, Garden, House & Home

Whether you live in the Northern Hemisphere or “down under” like Lara (the other of this post), these tips will help you plan a lovely party in your yard or garden, at any time of the year. The moment that the temperatures start to climb in October, and...

How you CAN afford your first home

Jun 30, 2014 | House & Home

First time home buyers experience a lot of excitement, confusion and sometimes even disappointment through the buying process. If you’ve been dreaming about buying your own home and live abroad in the UK, this article provides some great tips to give you renewed...

Asbestos is in the Air: Why You Should Have Your Home Tested

Jun 9, 2014 | House & Home

If you’re going to be doing any renovations this summer or buying a home that is a bit older, it’s important to test for things like asbestos. The last thing you want to do is bring your family into an environment that will make them sick. Learn more about...