Home improvement projects don’t necessarily mean remodeling your entire kitchen or re-roofing the house. Sometimes all it takes is a fresh coat of paint or a thrift store collection of frames to dress up a drab room. From easy accent-wall murals to brightening the room with a shelf of succulents, here are a few of our favorite fun, inexpensive DIY projects you can do in a weekend to update the look and vibe of any room in your house.

Buying your first home is a huge step in one’s life. You’re building equity, gaining independence, and assuming a lot of responsibility. That means you also have to take a lot into consideration, from budget and location to the actual type of home. We’ll break down those three main types of homes and explore what you’ll need to know to prosper in your chosen space.