Em Norton

Contributing Writer

Em loves combining their budget-savvy instincts with a passion for home improvement. With plenty of experience writing in the financial industry, Em acknowledges that it’s crucial to budget for home projects and to have the full scope of these projects from a financial point of view. Their home saving tips can be found on personal finance sites like Borrowell and Money Under 30.

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Em Norton
Em Norton

About

Em is a contributing writer who has been freelancing for five years and published articles with a variety of publications. They are eager to use the power of words to share tips on the best ways to make a house a home.

With plenty of experience writing in the financial industry, Em acknowledges that it’s crucial to budget for home projects and to have the full scope of these projects from a financial point of view. Hence they love tackling a project with passion, creativity, and financial research.

As a person who grew up in a small town and now lives in a large city, they embrace those small town quirks within their apartment, meaning they’re always looking for furniture to upcycle, handmade decor, and the perfect frames for old family photos.

Education: York University (2020) 

Subject Matter Expertise: Decorating and furnishing your home on a budget

Favorite Home Improvement Tip:  For stubborn grime when cleaning, grab a new toothbrush to get in all the nooks and crannies—this is especially helpful for tiled showers.

Published Work:

Articles
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Before you can start a major remodel, you need to know how to tell if a wall is load-bearing. Learn what a load-bearing wall is and how to identify one.
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Enjoy your view by ensuring the safety and longevity of your balcony. Use our balcony inspection checklist to monitor everything from railings to waterproofing.
Discover the pros, cons, and everything else you need to know about insulated vinyl siding.