Home renovations can be tough to estimate. People tend to wildly underestimate how much time and money they’ll need to spend to do things like renovate their kitchen or expand their garage. What you want to cost $10,000 may cost three or four times that. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try, only that you need…
The assessed value of your home can affect whether you qualify for a home equity loan and how much you can borrow. Your home’s value will also determine the list price for your home if you plan to sell. Investing in renovations can increase your property’s value, but some upgrades do not pay off. It’s essential to focus…
Whether you are staging your home for potential home buyers or simply looking to improve your home’s interior, going for an expensive look is often the end goal. Of course, spending an arm and a leg on new furniture and art to make it as lavish as possible is not an ideal way to achieve…
Owners occupied 65.1% of homes in the United States in 2019, and in 2020 home sales continued to rise. Whether you’re building or buying, there are several essentials your new home should have. Essential household items include structural items, accessories, and tools. Learn about these household essentials here. 1. Kitchen Cabinets Custom kitchen cabinets can increase the value of your…
If you’re interested in selling your home in order to move into something bigger or in a different area, there couldn’t be a better time than now. Houses are popping up on the market left and right and interest rates are quite low for qualified homebuyers. That being said, one price that hasn’t changed even…
Being the consummate DIY aficionado isn’t just a hobby—it’s a lifestyle. Handling your own home and auto repairs is an excellent way to save money and occupy your free time. But there are many levels of being a DIY hobbyist, and there are various areas of interest you can focus on. If you’re just getting…
Your home is your sanctuary. But over time, your home may start to look less than new, and your patio furniture may even begin bringing down the overall look of your home. You can easily fix these issues and more for under $9,000 by performing these 9 easy home improvements that you can do yourself. 1. Indoor…
Moving can be tough. While you’re packing your things and preparing to sell your home, you’re also preparing your house’s outside appearance in addition to its inside. You have to decide whether or not you will be doing any renovations. The best way to decide how much work you’re going to have to do on…
If you own or rent a house, you probably want it to look its best. But when you have a minimal home decorating budget, making your house look at how you want may seem impossible. Fortunately, there are plenty of small, affordable changes you can make to elevate your home’s interior design and this article…
Your house is full of things that make it feel like home. Your soft bed, your solid wood furniture, your computer, your bookshelves and the books that fill them are all a part of what makes your space yours. In this context, your dryer, freezer, oven, or dishwasher might feel something less than uniquely yours. Make…