Fifteen-plus years ago, houses were cheap—like $20–30k cheap. When one came up, Nicole Lopez woud ask her friend Shawn (also her Realtor), “If you had $25k, would you buy it?” If he said yes, she’d say, “Give me two hours.” For her, it was thrilling. She also remembers the collective energy behind saving houses through […]
The Roy M. Ingersoll House, ca 1897 About the Home’s History Can you tell us the story behind this home’s fascinating past—especially the embezzlement tale I’ve heard whispers about? The first owner of the house was a man called Roy M. Ingersoll. By the 1900 census, he was found to be living in the home […]
Bungalows can often be overlooked when highlighting historic homes. The large homes with grand porches and fancy columns often overshadow them. 225 E 10th Street in Jacksonville is hard to overlook however. The trim details and cheerful color have often made me wonder what it’s story is. Luckily, the owner Kiley Secrest, is a history […]
In today’s world, the tiny home movement is all about living simply, maximizing space, and cutting down on unnecessary clutter. From Instagram to HGTV, these compact, efficient dwellings have captured the hearts of minimalists and practical homeowners alike. But while tiny homes are a relatively modern trend, they aren’t the first time Americans have embraced […]
