Jordann Kaye (Brown)

Jordann Kaye is a marketing and communications professional living in Halifax, Nova Scotia. As the owner of an 83-year-old cottage, and with a passion for renewable energy, Jordann spends much of her time working on home renovations. Founder of the popular personal finance blog, My Alternate Life, Jordann has been featured in many notable publications including The Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, CTV News and CBC.

Latest Posts

Insulation 101: Everything You Need to Know About Staying Cozy This Winter

It might be time to upgrade your insulation

4 Home Office Ideas That Will Inspire Productivity

Transform your office into a productivity centre with these simple changes

11 Things Nobody Tells You About Kitchen Renovations

Learn everything you didn’t think you needed to know about renovating a kitchen

How to Choose the Best Lighting for Your Home

Learn everything you need to know to choose the best lighting for your home

Vacuum Cleaner Buying Guide: The Best Vacuums for Your Home

Don't waste hours of your life researching a vacuum — we did the work for you!

Basement Renovation Ideas for Homeowners on a Budget

Turn your basement into an entertaining space, home office, or guest suite without breaking the bank

How to Install Peel and Stick Wallpaper Perfectly

Make any room in your home look fabulous with this easy upgrade

The Complete Guide to Small Bathroom Renovations

From the tile to the toilet, here's what you need to know about a bathroom renovation

The Best Lawn Mowers in 2021 for Any Yard Size

Choose the best possible lawn mower for your yard and mowing needs

How to Build an Outdoor Bar: Ideas, Cost and Tips

Looking to spice up your outdoor entertainment area? Add an outdoor bar with these easy DIYs

Top Inspiring Backyard Designs and Renovations

As the global pandemic drags on across Canada, many Canadians turn to their backyards as another living space for their family to safely stretch out and enjoy...

How to Choose an Outdoor Shed for All Seasons

Whether you are building from scratch, hiring it out, or buying from a big box store, we've got shed solutions for you

COVID-Friendly DIYs for an Out of Date Home

You can update your home safely and without hiring a professional

son and father work on covid-friendly diy renovation project

Can You Build Equity With an Older Home?

Turns out where you buy is important to building equity

Top Upgrades to Bring Your Fixer-Upper Into the 21st Century

Buying an older home can be an enriching experience. Older homes and fixer-uppers are charming and have unique features that you won’t find in...

How to Know if You Should Buy an Old Home

If you don't want a cookie cutter home, a fixer-upper might be right for you

What I Learned as a First-Time Home Buyer of an Old House

Tips to help you buy and fix up that old house on a budget

How Much Do Sustainable Homes Cost?

If energy-efficient features matter to you, so should the price tag

3 of the Best Eco-Friendly Home Improvements to Save $1,000

Saving money feels even better when it involves sustainable living. Here are three eco-friendly home improvement ideas to save $1,000

First-Time Homebuyers Guide to Sustainable Homeownership

Before you buy, double-check which eco-friendly upgrades are worth the extra cost

How to Confirm What Eco-Friendly Home Improvements Are Worthwhile

You need to ask these five questions before you commit to a green home improvement

3 Ways to Optimize Sustainable Living Ideas at Home

From reducing household waste to properly recycling electronics — here are some key ways you can create an eco-friendly home

What Green Home Renovations Add Value?

Home renovations are always a necessity, but making sure those upgrades are sustainable is equally important

8 Eco-Friendly DIYs Any Homeowner or Renter Can Tackle

By making these small upgrades throughout your home you can drastically reduce your utility bills