Melissa Graham

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Name: Melissa Graham 

Title: Contributing Writer

As a 2-year veteran of BobVila.com with more than 10 years of experience in the media industry, Melissa Graham has covered everything from the best gifts for new homeowners to how to remove a bird’s nest or move across the country. When she’s not wearing her writer’s hat, she’s chasing her two kids around their Dallas home, perfecting her baking skills, or reading the latest best-selling thriller.  

Expertise and Experience

Melissa has more than 10 years of experience in the media industry, and her expertise includes home improvement and design as well as buyer’s guides and DIY articles. As a digital editor of Kansas City Spaces Magazine, she spent 2 years writing features, assisting on photoshoots, managing social media accounts, and updating the magazine’s website. She’s interviewed the Property Brothers, met Chip and Joanna Gaines, and found herself in the homes of strangers while scouting renovation stories. Since then, she’s extended her passion for home decor and design to include home improvement, and she often writes about topics ranging from fascia board replacement to who to call when you spot mold in your home.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2022 | FRIDAY
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FEBRUARY 22, 2022 | TUESDAY
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NOVEMBER 30, 2021 | TUESDAY
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Although shopping holidays like Black Friday and Cyber Monday sports some of the best deals on the latest gadgets and appliances, end-of-the-year shopping can also bring major savings on ...

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The Best Christmas Sales and Deals of 2021: Save Big on Amazon, Wayfair, and More

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