home improvement

4 Home Upgrades You Won't Get Your Money Back on

4 Home Upgrades You Won’t Get Your Money Back on

By Aly Yale / November 18, 2020
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Lots of renovations will improve your home’s value — as well as what you can profit off the property once you’re ready to sell.  But some others? They’re usually a waste of money, or worse yet, could even hurt your…

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Planning Some Home Improvements? The Dos and Don’ts You Need to Know

Planning Some Home Improvements? The Dos and Don’ts You Need to Know

By Aly Yale / June 18, 2020
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It’s a good time to improve the house. We’re staying home more than usual, we’re probably a little bored, and improving our homes can sometimes mean more in sales profits later on down the line. But upgrading your home isn’t…

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9 Weekend Projects to Do This June

9 Weekend Projects to Do This June

By Aly Yale / June 3, 2020
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Weekends aren’t just for relaxing. If you’re a homeowner, they’re also a great time for working around the house. In fact, if you want to protect your investment, ensure your home’s strength for the long haul and, most importantly, rake…

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Ways to Spruce Up Your Patio on a Budget

7 Ways to Spruce Up Your Patio on a Budget

By Aly Yale / May 8, 2020
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Whether you’re looking for a quick weekend project or you’re selling your house and need some extra marketability, updating your patio can help you do it. You don’t even need much cash, either. Do you want to spruce up your…

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Mixing joint compound to patch wall holes

DIY: How to Fix Holes in Your Wall

By Aly Yale / April 9, 2020
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Holes in the wall are just a part of life. They might happen thanks to rowdy kids or pets, or you might even get them when moving furniture in, hanging artwork on walls, or otherwise decorating your home. Whatever the…

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Older couple patching their walls of their home

How Well Can You Estimate Home Improvement Costs?

By Aly Yale / October 10, 2019
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How prepared are you for the unexpected? If you’re a homeowner, you might want to take stock.  According to a new study, only about 37% of homeowners have money set aside for repairs. And what’s worse? Most homeowners grossly underestimate…

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Thinking Long-Term: How to Add Value to Your Future Home Sale 

By Aly Yale / January 8, 2018
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Unless you plan to be in your home forever, you should always be considering its value—particularly when you choose remodeling projects, upgrades or even just go about the regular care and maintenance of your property. The right projects, upgrades, and…

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