Everybody’s trying to get into or stay in shape. Ironically, today’s frequently high-paced lifestyle leaves little time to get that all-important cardio workout. Even taking the stairs everywhere is rarely sufficient to keep your body where you want it. You could buy an expensive membership at a commercial gym, but not only do the membership…
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Thinking about a home addition? You’re not the only one. In a typical year, some 750,000 U.S. homeowners tackle a home addition, according to Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies. Adding on to your home, as opposed to remodeling an existing space, has several advantages, starting with the fact that you get to design…
Most HOAs have rules about when it’s okay to make construction noise or how long equipment can be on site. Learn these and what other HOA rules you risk breaking and how to handle them during construction.
When it comes to remodeling a home in an HOA, there are some popular misconceptions. People often assume that if the work is inside the home, the homeowner pays for it. If it’s on the exterior, the presumption is that the homeowner association (HOA) will cover the costs. But it isn’t that simple. Every HOA…
Looking for an Architect? When you have a big home improvement plan in mind, you need to know that the design will work from the get-go. An architect can take your clear vision and turn it into blueprints contractors can easily follow. For any sizable investment in your property, hiring an architect can provide you…
If you own a home that’s not part of a homeowner association (HOA), you’re free to make big and small changes. Build a fence, remodel your kitchen, or paint your front door purple—it’s up to you. But for the estimated 22% of the population who do live in an HOA, you often need approval from…
What Home Improvements Add the Most Value? Potential buyers are most interested in kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects. So, if you’re looking to improve the value of your home, focus on these areas after tackling necessary improvements such as replacing a broken window or resolving drainage problems. How Much Value Does A Bathroom Remodel Add?…
Between trying to save money and customizing a home to their exact lifestyle, homeowners can make some big mistakes. Whether they decrease resale value, go way over budget, or increase maintenance costs some renovations are just, well, awful. Here are seven projects that homeowners often regret. 1. Making A Bedroom Into A Closet Most of us dream of a big…
