ALPA PROD / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. We’ve all seen the home improvement shows where the sweet young couple buy a decrepit house with a kitchen so ugly that even 1960 wouldn’t take it back. In 30 or 60 minutes, that ugly house becomes a true dream […]
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DENVER HOMES: Home improvement supplies will cost more this spring
DENVER (KDVR) — As the demand for home improvement continues to grow here in Colorado, you’ll notice the prices associated with the materials needed to complete such projects aren’t getting any cheaper. In the past year alone, home renovation spending has jumped 28%. According to Denver-based home improvement website Angi, since the pandemic began, the […]
Get a head start on major home improvement projects in 2022, according to the Appraisal Institute
CHICAGO, February 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The Appraisal Institute, the nation’s largest professional association for real estate appraisers, today encouraged homeowners to focus on energy-efficient, safety-focused, work-accessible home improvement projects when they are looking to potentially improve the value of their property. “In today’s competitive real estate market, the Appraisal Institute believes that home improvement […]
Planning your home renovation: how to take care of everything
Planning a home improvement project can be a daunting task, especially for people who have never attempted such a project before. Trying to balance being on budget and meeting deadlines can feel like a full-time job, which can be overwhelming for most people. And whatever your home improvement project, whether it’s a simple bathroom or […]
What is the difference between a home renovation AND a remodel?
Thinking of sprucing up your home? Renovation and remodeling are at record highs, with homeowners expected to spend $400 billion by the third quarter of this year alone, according to a quarterly study by Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies. Before embarking on a new project, it is important to understand the differences between […]
4 Green Renovation Ideas – The Real Deal
Here’s an idea that will light up the LED bulb: home improvement plans that save energy and money. Despite the initial investment, investments in green remodeling often end up paying for themselves. They can also improve the value of the house. Here are some of the best green home improvement projects to undertake. Improve insulation […]
Magnolia Network Pulls Utah Couple’s Home Improvement Show
The Magnolia Network is investigating claims of poor quality work, delays and cost overruns against Candis and Andy Meredith. (DIY Network) Candis and Andy Meredith’s home improvement show has been pulled from the Magnolia channel after allegations of shoddy work, long delays and big cost overruns. | January 10, 2022, 6:17 p.m. A Utah couple’s […]
Home Improvement Projects That Can Help You Sell Your Home | Home & Garden
Home renovations can increase or decrease a home’s value, and to get an idea of what renovations will do to your home’s value, it’s essential to understand the local housing market. Going overboard with renovations by upgrading beyond what is appropriate for the surrounding homes and area can cost you dearly. Renovations and upgrades can […]
Home Improvement Projects That Can Help You Sell Your Home | Lifestyles
Home renovations can increase or decrease a home’s value, and to get an idea of what renovations will do to your home’s value, it’s essential to understand the local housing market. Going overboard with renovations by upgrading beyond what is appropriate for the surrounding homes and area can cost you dearly. Renovations and upgrades can […]
Your game plan for a home improvement project
The potential star or villain in this chaos is a general contractor. The voucher can create something of a hit show, calling on plumbers, electricians and other professionals to work with your architect or designer, if you have one. Most importantly, the right renovation company develops a relationship with you, collects and responds to your […]
Growth-hungry banks see opportunity in home improvement boom
As Americans continue to spend heavily on home improvement projects, banks are seizing the opportunity – both by embracing organic loan growth and acquiring lenders focused on the renovation niche. In recent earnings calls, bankers expressed optimism that consumers will continue to borrow to upgrade their homes, which could give the lackluster consumer loan books […]
How do home improvement loans work?
By clicking “View Pricing” you will be directed to our ultimate parent company, LendingTree. Depending on your creditworthiness, you can be connected with up to five different lenders. A home improvement loan allows homeowners to access the funds needed to repair their home. These home improvement loans can take the form of mortgages with built-in […]
The Average American Tries a Home Improvement Project Himself for That Many Hours Before Giving Up and Hiring a Professional
Struggling to recreate what you saw on Pinterest? You’re not alone. A new survey of 2,000 general Americans found that four in 10 had more DIY failures than successes. The average person said it took him five hours of trial and error before he gave up on his project and called in a professional to […]
5 home renovation ideas for this fall
Fall is a great time to start home improvement projects because it can help prepare your home for winter and give you a more comfortable space to hang out when it’s too cold to be outside. outside. If you’re thinking about undertaking home renovations this fall, here are some ideas you should keep in mind. […]
Home improvement tips? Transform your home into a place seemingly built for royalty
Your home is an extension of your personality. This is where you go to relax from the pressures of life, and you want the inside and outside of your home to reflect the things you love. When you first buy your home, you look at the rooms and instantly see what changes you would like […]
Oak Ridge North City Council discusses capital project master plan
Teddy Bear Park will include approximately $200,000 in updates. (Courtesy of Oak Ridge North) On June 12, Oak Ridge North City Council continued its discussion of projects to include in its capital project master plan, such as a new public works building. The council is working to secure a loan from the Oak Ridge North […]
Houzz Home Survey: Home improvement spending on the rise
PALO ALTO, Calif. — In its 10th annual Houzz & Home survey, Houzz found that home renovations increased 15% over the past year, with kitchens, outdoor spaces, home offices and technology receiving the More attention. And the increase in renovation is only set to continue, with 56% of homeowners surveyed planning some type of renovation […]
RIGGS assists with all aspects of a home remodel or renovation | Webster Kirkwood Times
From left to right: Amy Launius, Fran Wilner and Amie Riggs. RIGGS Company, based in Kirkwood, is a full-service design/renovation company that puts customer service and customer satisfaction first. The company, which was founded more than six decades ago, specializes in home improvement projects, including additions, exterior upgrades, whole-home renovations, kitchens, bathrooms and more. . […]
Glenville Holds Hearing on Freemans Bridge Road Project; Plan to turn an old greenhouse into a solar retail space
GLENVILLE — Plans to transform a former greenhouse on Freemans Bridge Road into a solar and commercial development will be the subject of a public hearing May 19 on changing the city’s zoning laws. The city is seeking to establish a planned development district at 66 Freemans Bridge Road, formerly Van Curler Greenhouse, which closed […]
Home renovation boom: here are the most popular projects and how to pay
With so many people working from home — and opportunities to leave limited by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic — many homeowners have found their abodes lacking more space or amenities. The result is a home renovation boom that shows no signs of slowing down. If you’re thinking about nesting and taking on a home improvement […]
6 ways to keep your Covid-19 home improvement project on solid footing – Forbes Advisor
Editorial Note: We earn a commission on partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect the opinions or ratings of our editors. As millions of Americans work and go to school from home due to Covid-19, they are also looking to the spaces around them. Sure, your house might provide enough room most of […]
6 Ways to Avoid Costly Home Renovation Mistakes
Many of us are spending more time at home in 2020, which could mean having more time to tackle home improvement projects. But home renovations aren’t just a way to fill time; you want the results to be worth the hard work. The key to any successful project is careful planning, including a financial strategy, […]
Which home improvement projects could add the most value to your home – and which to avoid
Thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, Americans have a lot more free time — and they’re spending that time at home. Earlier in the health crisis, economists predicted that spending on renovation projects would actually decline across much of the country. But recent data shows that there has been a marked increase in interest in some […]