Buying your first home feels less daunting when you can follow the process with Mercury Stardust, the Trans Handy Ma’am. In Lost and Found, she explains what to expect from house hunting through closing, then shares the real challenges of her first year with a fixer-upper.
Use the book as a guide while you consider lenders, weigh closing costs and decide whether a renovation project fits your budget. Mercury brings readers along for the emotional highs and lows, including repairs, emergencies and the unexpected moments that come with owning a home.
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First-home guidance: Get a clearer picture of making an offer, going through inspections and reaching closing.
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Fixer-upper perspective: Follow Mercury’s experience as she renovates and updates her own home.
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DIY and maintenance: Find projects and guides for caring for different parts of a new house.
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Outdoor upkeep: Learn about weather-proofing and maintaining outdoor spaces such as a deck or garden.
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From a trusted author: Mercury Stardust is a professional home maintenance technician and the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Safe and Sound.
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Hardcover edition: This 240-page book measures 1 × 9.3 × 7.9 inches and is scheduled for publication on September 15, 2026.
Keep it nearby as you plan your first repairs, build confidence with home maintenance and work toward making the house feel like yours.
