A custodian of the McClain House's history, Betsy's renovation of this magnificent old home is a triumph. Not only has she reversed the fortunes of the formerly endangered property, but she's done so while celebrating its storied past and extraordinary architecture.

While work on the property is still ongoing, Betsy has her eye on her next venture. She's in the early stages of investigating a historic commercial site, which could be her new project. "There’s so many small businesses that are the heartbeat of a small city like Wheeling, and often the most enchanting are in historic buildings, so maybe that will be my next move," she reveals.

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'I found an abandoned house and turned it into my dream home'