Kat Brancato

Contributing Writer

Kat has spent over 10 years sharing her knowledge on home ownership, finance, and inexpensive ways to do things yourself. Her work can be found in publications like Better Homes & Gardens and Real Simple where she writes tips on organizing, cleaning, gardening.

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About

About

  • More than 10 years home and personal finance experience

  • Featured Better Homes & Gardens, Family Handyman, and Real Simple

Kat has over 10 years of lifestyle and finance writing experience, sharing her knowledge on home renovation projects, home ownership expenses, gardening, organizing, cleaning, and more. Her work has appeared in Better Homes & Gardens, Family Handyman, Real Simple, and many other publications. She combines her extensive retail banking background and personal homeowner experience to provide tips and simple solutions for home-related topics. 

She and her husband are renovating her great-great-grandfather's log cabin and working on starting a homestead. She also enjoys helping others learn how to slow down and simplify their lives with her lifestyle blog Simplicity & Sunshine.

Subject Matter Expertise: Home financing, organization, and cleaning

Published Work

Favorite home style: Hygge style

Articles
Kat Brancato  •  Aug 9, 2026
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Foundation in Minneapolis? [2026 Data]
A foundation for a new-build home averages around $7,092. Find out all the factors that affect the cost of a foundation in Minneapolis, MN and how to save money.
Kat Brancato  •  Aug 9, 2026
How Much Does Tree Removal Cost in Portland, OR? [2026 Data]
Discover what average tree removal costs in Portland, OR based on different factors to know how much it will cost to take care of a dead or troublesome tree on your property.
Kat Brancato  •  Aug 9, 2026
How to Hire a Pool Resurfacing Pro
Not all pool pros offer the same services. Learn how to hire a pool resurfacing pro who has the qualifications to get the job done right.
Kat Brancato  •  Aug 9, 2026
How Much Does Tree Removal Cost in Detroit, MI? [2026 Data]
Discover what average tree removal costs in Detroit, MI based on different factors to know how much it will cost to take care of a dead or troublesome tree on your property.
Kat Brancato  •  Aug 9, 2026
How Much Does Tree Removal Cost in New York, NY? [2026 Data]
Discover what average tree removal costs in New York, NY based on different factors to know how much it will cost to take care of a dead or troublesome tree on your property.
Kat Brancato  •  Aug 9, 2026
How to Hire a Sewer Inspector
Learn how to hire a sewer inspector that has the correct qualifications and skills required for the type of inspection you need.
Kat Brancato  •  Aug 4, 2026
How Much Does a Shower Installation Cost in Indianapolis? [2026 Data]
Shower installation costs in Indianapolis, IN depend on size, style, and materials. No matter the budget, this guide can help you plan your project and even save a few bucks.
Kat Brancato  •  Aug 4, 2026
How Much Does a Shower Installation Cost in Minneapolis? [2026 Data]
Shower installation costs in Minneapolis, MN depend on size, style, and materials. No matter the budget, this guide can help you plan your project and even save a few bucks.