insert_link Home Improvement The 15 Best DIY Bathroom Projects You don't have to completely overhaul your bathroom to make a big impact. Check out these 15 fresh ideas, courtesy the DIY Network, from tiny swaps to easy projects, that will increase your home value. Replace the Tub With a Walk-In Shower. If you have a large bathtub that doesn't get used much, replace it with a walk-in shower. Not only will it look more luxurious, it's more practical. And […] todayNovember 1, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement 20 Mistakes That Are Making Your Home an Allergy Haven Are your allergies driving you crazy this time of year? There are a whole slew of common household errors that could be upping your allergen ante. Here's how to control the dust, mold, pollen and other contaminants that are making you sneeze. 1. Wearing Shoes Inside the House. Not only is wearing shoes indoors a health risk, but it can also increase allergens. Wet leaves bring in mildew, and […] todayOctober 31, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Want to Increase Your Home’s Value? Make a Plan Whether you just bought a house or you have lived there for a while, the fastest way to increase your home's value is by making a plan. You will fare better if upgrades are made intentionally and not on impulse. Home improvement projects cost about 20 to 25 cents on the dollar. The other 75 to 80 cents spent go directly back into the home through increased value. Start slowly. […] todayOctober 30, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Ongoing Trade War Could Hurt Both Home Buying/Selling and Home Improvement Industries Millions of Americans could be looking to sell their homes in the next year. But will the ongoing trade war between the United States and China get in their way? According to a new survey of 1,400 homeowners from personal finance website NerdWallet, as many as 12.1 million homeowners plan to sell their primary residence within 18 months. Some 44% of those who said that they plan to sell in […] todayOctober 29, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Should I Stay or Should I Go? It's a question staring many homeowners in the face. Here is how to tell if there is more value for you in fixing up, or moving on. First, estimate your costs to buy a new home. Add up the realtor and home selling costs (packing, moving and the new loan financing). Don't forget hidden items. The buyer may ask you to replace the carpet before you sell. Or, what […] todayOctober 25, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Selling Your Home? Curb Appeal and Cleanliness Counts Want a fresh perspective on the value of your home? Walk across the street, turn around and ask yourself, "Does my house have curb appeal?" Does your home look attractive, welcoming and structurally sound at first glance? Make a list of ways to enhance the positive and eliminate the negative. If you have a nice curvy walkway, accentuate it with flowers or lanterns. If the first thing a visitor sees […] todayOctober 24, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Small Home Improvements Can Really Pay Off Are you torn between improving your home's decor, versus making upgrades you know will increase your home's resale value? Many homeowners are surprised to hear that doing a little bit of both will actually pay off. Start by making two lists — upgrades for your home value and upgrades just for you. Upgrades for your home may consist of replacing old faucets, permanent lighting and doors. Upgrades for you are […] todayOctober 23, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement When is the Right Time to Have Your House Inspected? You go to the doctor for physical exams and take your car in for checkups. Why not do the same for your house? A home inspection can be a valuable thing, whether you are selling or not. If you are selling, get your own inspector before you put your home on the market. The last thing you want is to have a contract on the table, only to hear the […] todayOctober 21, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement The Increasing Popularity of Shoeless Homes In recent years, more and more properties listed for sale require visitors to take off their shoes before entering the premises. Homebuyers and agents either benefit from wearing shoes that slip off easily, or will be offered surgical booties to put over their shoes and keep the floors clean. As annoying as it might be for someone to ask you to take your shoes off before coming inside, there is […] todayOctober 18, 2019
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