Where to Get Free Lumber for Your Homestead When you’re running a homestead, lumber is one of those things you never seem to have enough of. Between fencing, small sheds, raised garden beds, or just patching up odds and ends, wood disappears fast. But here’s the thing—why go broke buying every last board when a lot of it is getting burned or tossed out for free just down the road? Lumber Yards Don’t Tell You This Secret Most folks think you’ve gotta pay for every stick of wood you bring home. Wrong. A lot of lumber yards cut their boards…
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Homestead Dreams on a Budget: How We’re Building Our Vision One Step at a Time Starting a homestead is a dream many of us hold close, but the reality of building that homestead on a budget can be overwhelming. When you add in the challenge of health issues and living on a fixed income, that dream might start to feel a little further out of reach. But let me tell you, every little step counts, and every dollar spent wisely is a step closer to creating something truly special. I’ve recently had to adjust my life in ways I never…