Improvements

real estate

Who Needs Super Bowl Tix When You’ve Got a Man Cave?

1:01 pm, January 26, 2012

Homes with “man caves” — or rooms with giant TVs, sports memorabilia, wet bars, and comfy couches — have grown in popularity over the years and have become ...

being green

How to Heat Your Home for Free (or Profit)

11:01 am, January 25, 2012

Betting on oil price hikes can help ease the burn of home heating increases.

DIY

9 Ways to Remodel Your Rental Without Breaking Your Lease

1:52 pm, January 06, 2012

It's not your house, but that doesn't mean you can't make it more home-like. Here's how to do the most now without paying for it later.

real estate

Home Repairs: Knowing When You can Do It Yourself

1:00 pm, December 28, 2011

In times of economic hardship, "do-it-yourself" is a tempting mantra for many homeowners with dripping faucets, running toilets, leaky windows or sticky locks. The ...

real estate

Home Improvement: 5 Steps for Hiring a Contractor

1:00 pm, December 16, 2011

The economy has been hard on contractors who saw work dry up, so if you're looking for a contractor you may be able to find an attractive price. Here are 5 key steps ...

real estate

3 Reasons to Live in a New Home Before Renovating

4:00 pm, December 08, 2011

Many buyers today want their new home to be move-in ready, but here's why you should at least consider holding off on the big home improvement projects until you've ...

energy

The 5 Best Tips for a Cheaper Winter

2:31 pm, October 24, 2011

Winter is on the way: Time to save some cold cash on heating costs. Here's where to find the biggest bang for your buck in quick, cheap home improvements.

real estate

Remodel, Renovate or Restore? Start With Clear Definition of Terms

4:00 pm, October 18, 2011

Clear communication between owner, contractor, and architect is critical to a successful home design project. Agreement on some simple definitions is a good place ...

selling a home

Why Now Is the Time to Remodel, Not Sell

9:00 am, October 18, 2011

In this economy, it’s often cheaper to fix up or expand the place you are in now than to move.

real estate

How to Prepare Your Home for the Winter

7:00 am, October 16, 2011

The leaves are beginning to change colors for the fall season, so here's how to make sure you're ready for the shorter days ahead.

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