According to information on winter preparedness from Travelers Insurance, snow, ice, and cold can cause serious damage to both the inside and outside of your home, leading to potentially costly repairs and homeowners insurance claims. A well-maintained and well-prepared home is less likely to experience weather-related problems, especially during the coldest months of the year. [...]
If you want to know how you can stop your yard from flooding, talk to a landscape designer or the local municipality. Q: I am trying to figure out who is responsible for the flooding and damage that is happening to my property due to runoff from the road. I am hoping that you could [...]
One of the things no one really explains to you when you buy a home is that there are many costs for which you are responsible that go above and beyond mortgage payments. Paying taxes, insurance, and homeowners association fees is all part of being a homeowner. Additionally, when you are the homeowner, you are [...]
If you're remodeling your home, there are reasons why you should look at cost vs. value report. The data can be presented by region. Q: Today I read your advice in the Washington Post to a question about cost (and value) of remodeling a bathroom. My husband was an Art Director for Remodeling Magazine for [...]
When redecorating your home, it’s important to remember the outside as well as the inside. Upgrading your outdoor space can make your home a more enjoyable space for both you and potential buyers—especially during summer months. “It’s useless to have a beautiful home inside and a mess outside,” says Jessica Yonker, editor of HGTVGardens.com and [...]
Considering expensive home upgrades? Expert tips on spending and saving money wisely, including paying off a mortgage and saving for retirement. Q: I have a $138,000 mortgage at 3.75 percent on a 15-year term with 10 years left to pay. The property is appraised at $300,000. I have $130,000 cash reserve. My wife wants to [...]
When remodeling a bathroom on a budget, think about how much it will cost and what the return is. It depends on the size of the bathroom. Q: What is a realistic cost to remodel a master bathroom or a typical price range I should be looking at? A: We recently wrote a story about [...]
Today’s real estate market is uncertain, and homeowners want to do whatever they can to increase the value of their homes—even if they’re not planning to sell in the near future. Updating the look of your home doesn’t have to bust your budget. Lisa Laube, chief merchandising officer for Floor & Decor, says that a [...]
Remodeling your home can be a daunting task, and it’s not just about the money. Whether you’re giving your entire home a facelift or you’re focusing on a single room, a remodeling project will take a great deal of time and effort. What do you want the finished product to look like? What are your [...]
Today Ilyce Glink talks about home improvement projects that add value to your home and pay for themselves. If you’re going to spend your hard-earned cash fixing up your home, you’ll want to get the biggest bang for your buck. But do you know which home improvement project has the biggest payoff? Remodeling Magazine routinely [...]
