What’s the primary motivation for tackling any room renovation, whether it’s a living room, bedroom or bathroom? Aesthetics, according to HomeAdvisor’s State of Home Spending Report, released in June. Especially if you’re looking to remodel your living room, improving the appearance of the space and boosting your overall enjoyment of it are almost definitely the […]
Category: Home Improvement
Trying to do Backyard Renovations on a Budget? Build a Private Patio!
While you may love the idea of updating your patio to embrace your outdoor living space, it’s clear that the backyard needs a bit more work than outdoor furniture can fix. Spending on home improvement has increased by as much as 17% in the last year, according to the 2019 HomeAdvisor State of Home Spending […]
Trying to do Backyard Renovations on a Budget? Create a Spa Space!
While you may love the idea of updating your patio to embrace your outdoor living space, it’s clear that the backyard needs a bit more work than outdoor furniture can fix. Spending on home improvement has increased by as much as 17% in the last year, according to the 2019 HomeAdvisor State of Home Spending […]
Trying to do Backyard Renovations on a Budget? Put in an Herb Garden!
While you may love the idea of updating your patio to embrace your outdoor living space, it’s clear that the backyard needs a bit more work than outdoor furniture can fix. Spending on home improvement has increased by as much as 17% in the last year, according to the 2019 HomeAdvisor State of Home Spending […]
Trying to do Backyard Renovations on a Budget? Put In DIY Stone Pavers or Walkways
While you may love the idea of updating your patio to embrace your outdoor living space, it’s clear that the backyard needs a bit more work than outdoor furniture can fix. Spending on home improvement has increased by as much as 17% in the last year, according to the 2019 HomeAdvisor State of Home Spending […]
Think Before you Upload your Home Photos: Zillow is Watching
You know that dead shrub in the front yard that needs replacing, or the porch paint that’s flaking? Better take care of that if you don’t want your home’s Zestimate to decline. Zillow announced on Thursday it has a new algorithm that uses photos to help decide the appeal and worth of your home. “We’ve taught […]
Homeowners Expected to Slow Their Roll on Remodeling Projects This Year
Homeowners are still spending money on home improvement projects, but they’ll likely pull back on their spending in the year ahead. According to the latest projections from Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, growth in this category is expected to fall to the lowest rate in three years. While no major metros will see remodeling […]
5 House Flipping Mistakes to Avoid
These days, house flipping is a popular concept. There are entire TV shows devoted to it. It may even be something you’ve thought about doing yourself. The premise is simple: You buy a home that might not be in the best condition. Because of its state of disrepair, you get it for a good deal. […]
“Fixer Upper” Stars Remodel their Hometown with New Coffee Shop
In case you didn’t already know, Joanna Gaines is a busy lady. Aside from being a mom of five, she’s working on a second cookbook, launching a new TV network with husband Chip, and according to her latest Instagram post, she’s also opening a new coffee shop this fall. In a blog post on their […]
Three Ways to Create Curb Appeal
Curb appeal improvements are a great investment, whether you want a more inviting forever home or need to impress potential buyers. You don’t need a big budget, a ton of time or much skill, either. Just a few simple changes and a weekend’s work can make a big impact. Here are three great, and […]