Don’t let inflation spoil your kitchen renovation

There are a few strategies you can use to get the updates you crave, without emptying your pockets.

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Setting A Budget

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Being Flexible

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Getting Creative

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DIY can be a great way to keep inflation from ruining your kitchen budget … if you know what you’re doing.

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