How to Survive a Home Renovation Without Breaking Up
They say if you can survive a home renovation together, you can survive anything. Here's how to navigate the paint swatches, the budget spreadsheets, and the dust without losing your minds.
Embarking on a home renovation project with your partner is a true test of a relationship. It's a perfect storm of financial stress, decision fatigue, and the sheer chaos of living in a construction zone. It's no wonder so many couples end up fighting over paint colours and cabinet hardware.
But it doesn't have to be a disaster. With a solid plan and the right tools, it can actually be a rewarding experience that brings you closer together. The key is to treat it like a shared project, not a battle of wills.
Use a shared list in Couple Tools to track your budget, your to-dos, and your design choices. Put deadlines and appointments on your shared calendar. Have a weekly check-in to discuss progress and any roadblocks. By getting everything out of your heads and into one shared space, you can reduce the stress and make decisions as a team. And who knows, you might just come out of it with a beautiful new bathroom and an even stronger relationship.
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