Are there ways to save money when adding new space to my home?
The direction in which you build can make all the difference. Experts say building up is normally less expensive than ...
What about other home improvements, are they deductible?
Yes, but only after you have sold your home. According to the IRS, home improvements add to the basis, or ...
Are window replacements tax deductible?
Yes, at least for a limited time. Congress made it a little easier to upgrade your windows while reducing your ...
How can I make energy efficient improvements to my home?
Begin by focusing on those small cracks and crevices around doors and windows. According to Lowe's, a 1/8" space between ...
How much can I expect to spend on maintenance?
One percent of the purchase price of your home every year to cover everything from painting to repairing gutters to ...
Are there routine steps I can take now to avoid major home improvements later?
Get in the habit of taking an annual inventory of every single space in your home to check for potential ...
How do I get help for remodeling following a natural disaster?
The Small Business Administration (SBA) not only assists businesses after a natural disaster, civil disturbance, fires and other catastrophes, it ...
Does the government offer assistance with home improvements?
Yes. Two very popular programs offered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) include the Title 1 Home ...
How can I finance a remodeling project?
There are many ways to finance a remodeling project. If you have equity in your home, a good credit rating, ...
My budget won’t allow for expensive add-ons; is there another way to find and make space?
That space may be as close as the next room, particularly if there is unused or under utilized areas in ...
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