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
Discover the pros, cons, and what it takes to turn a crawl space into a basement to add functional space and increase your home's value.
Decomposed granite is a crushed natural stone used to boost curb appeal and enhance garden spaces. Here’s how you can use decomposed granite for your yard.
Home modification grants for disabled people to make their homes more accessible are available. Learn more about this funding in our comprehensive guide.
Home modification grants for disabled people to make their homes more accessible are available. Learn more about this funding in our comprehensive guide.
A land survey isn’t optional with construction work. Read the most important questions to ask a land surveyor–to ensure your job is done right.
Basements can be dreary places, even with windows. Learn more about different types of basement windows that will add some light to your basement.
Keeping your home structurally sound is essential for your safety. Discover 4 methods for block foundation repair and which is right for your home.
Are you asking yourself, “What is limewash paint?” Learn more about this timeless paint, sometimes called whitewash, before using it in your next project.