When raising children, the home is the epicenter. This is the place where you gather as a family, laugh and cry together while making memories that will last a lifetime. It's also a place to have fun, grow and learn. Home improvement projects that involve the entire household are great ways to do just that.
Here are a few projects kids can help with around the home:
Painting the Walls
Painting the walls with your children is an adventure. While you can do it on your own with fewer mistakes, it tends to be more fun when tackled with the whole household—especially the kids. Painting is a simple skill to learn, and it won't take long to teach them how to properly guide the brush or roller in the right direction, layer or correct any accidents that may occur.
Creating DIY Decor
If you have very creative and artistic kids, display that art work as proud home decor! Spend a rainy weekend afternoon crafting unique DIY decor that you can display throughout your home. The options are endless with this home improvement project, and you can customize it to suit the interests and preferences of your household.
Hanging Pictures on the Wall
If you have a few picture frames you need to hang, ask your kids to help you out. Teach them how to use a measuring tape to find the exact spot. Then carefully allow them to tap the nail into the wall. It's a beginner project, and a perfect first step toward more challenging opportunities in the future. However, this is also a project for older kids and teens.
Designing the Playroom
The play area in your home is going to be used most frequently by your kids, so it's only natural to involve them in the design process. Ask for suggestions on where to put furniture, and allow them to choose the paint color for the room.
Allowing your children to work with you as you complete home improvement projects in your house gives them real-world skills and allows you to spend quality time together while knocking out the chore list. The best part about involving the younger house members to complete these tasks with you is looking back on any completed project and knowing you did it together.
About the Author
Jacqui Zuzgo
I have been a REALTOR® in Massachusetts since 1984 and hold both a salesman and broker license. I am currently affiliated with Five College REALTORS® located at 190 University Drive, Amherst, MA. Over my career, I have consistently been a Top Producer in the Pioneer Valley and have gained a reputation for being a strong-minded, no-nonsense negotiator in the industry. I also frequently rank highly on Boston’s Top 20 for sales in Western Massachusetts. Some of my best qualities include my listening and communication skills. I have time and again proven to work well under pressure with exceptional attention to detail. My commitment to my clients and professionalism is obvious in every transaction.
Representing both buyers and sellers in Hampshire and Franklin Counties, as well as assisting in relocations throughout the United States and globally has helped me embrace the need for quality performance and develop an acute and sincere sensitivity to people's needs. Honing in on what matters most is almost a sixth sense. Communication and awareness of the situation at hand produce a final result that has undoubtedly led to the large referral business I maintain.
Education has been a theme throughout my 30 years of experience. Well versed in technology and holding key designations have proven to be assets to my performance and dedication to the Real Estate field. My never-ending enthusiasm, availability, knowledge and drive make for a seamless transaction every client, every time.
I am a native of the Pioneer Valley. I am committed to sharing all the area has to offer in making your transition, whether long distance or short, a satisfying experience.
Education:
- University of Massachusetts, Amherst - Bachelor of Science 1983
- Top Individual Seller for Residential Sales in the Pioneer Valley since 2006.
- #1#1 Realtor in the entire Franklin/Hampshire Counties for Millions Sold since 1999.
- Highest producer in sales since 2004 in Franklin/Hampshire Counties.
- ABR®– Accredited Buyer's Representative
- CRS – Certified Residential Specialist (only 3% of REALTORS® hold a CRS)
- e-PRO – Digital Marketing, Certified e-PRO Realtor®
- GRI – Graduate, Realtors® Institute
- SRES– Seniors Real Estate Specialist®
Biographical Highlights:
Life long, active member of the community, born & raised in the Pioneer Valley. Graduate of University of Massachusetts, Amherst, BS 1983.
Current Committee Involvement:
Member of the local Chamber of Commerce - Post Board of Director's member Volunteer for the Road to Recovery.
Greenfield Community College Foundation Board Member
Greenfield Savings Bank Corporator
MLS Professional Standards Committee Member
Have a question for Jacqui? Jacqui's email: [email protected]
