Home Hero Jen
Life. Hope. Home.
In that order.
Real talk on home, life, and the mindset shifts that make it all feel possible. From a former real estate broker who has walked through thousands of homes and even more life transitions.
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13 Earthy Tones Bedroom Ideas You’ll Want to Try This Weekend
I painted my bedroom wall the wrong color once. I was so excited about sage green that I grabbed the first one I saw. Walked in the next morning and that color screamed at me. Too bright. Too bold. Back to the store I went. The second color was softer and when I walked in […]
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Does New HVAC Increase Home Value? A Former Broker Explains
We bought our home in 2019 and within the first month, we were already writing a check for a new HVAC system. Not exactly what you picture when you’re still living out of boxes. The house didn’t have central air at all. So we called R&R Heating and Air for an AC quote. While they […]
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Patio vs Deck: Which Is Better for Your Yard and Home Value?
If you’ve been going back and forth on the whole patio vs deck debate, you are not alone. It’s one of the most common backyard questions I heard during my 20+ years as a real estate broker, and it’s one of the most important ones to get right. The choice you make can affect your […]
Meet your home guide
Hey, I’m Jen.
Former Real Estate Broker, 20+ Years in California, Idaho & Spokane
I spent over two decades walking through thousands of homes, helping people navigate life’s biggest transitions. Now I write about what I learned, practical home advice paired with the mindset shifts that make transformation feel possible instead of overwhelming. This isn’t a pretty pictures blog. It’s the real stuff.