Home Remodeling & Maintenance

Not everyone has a fortune stashed away for a major home remodel. So smaller-scale projects, such as replacing windows, siding or a front door, are gaining ...

These nine tips will help you spend less on plants, mulch, fertilizer and water.

Expert financial tips on starting a small business.

Expert tips on how to get funding for first-time home flippers.

Expert tips on high- and low-risk ways to cash-in on investing in real estate.

In a down market, Justin Pierce was able to buy homes for cheap, fix them up and sell them for a huge profit.

You need to be respectful of your significant other — and all of the stuff that comes with him.

Understand the advantages and disadvantages of ordering your new home from a factory.

If you have a refund check coming your way, consider using it to bolster your personal balance sheet. The average refund has been around $3,000 for the ...

If you haven't budgeted for your home's major repairs, our guide can help.

When you spend $500 or $1,000 or more on an appliance or home improvement, you want it to last. You also want to anticipate and budget for costly repairs ...

Strengthen your case by showing insurers that you’ve fixed the problem, such as providing evidence that you’ve replaced old pipes.

Those in a disaster area can choose when to deduct losses.

To be productive, make your workspace all business.

You can do a lot with $1,000. In fact, we came up with 30 surprising ways to use a grand. For example, you can grow your nest egg or build your brand, ...

Minimize financial damage from Mother Nature's wrath.

According to Washington, D.C.'s Julianne Waesche, life as a "live-aboard" has its challenges, but it works for those who crave something different. And it can be cheap.

Here are 12 simple ways to keep your home safe throughout the worst winter weather.

We help you target the best and avoid the worst.

Even though the storm is just a few days away, you can still take some steps to prepare in advance.

They're pricey, but they promise to shed a lot of light and cost you less over time.

Follow these five steps to keep your utility bill under control when temperatures soar.

The cost of a bathroom makeover can be daunting, but there are ways to save. One smart strategy is to focus your renovation efforts on a smaller, more ...

Leasing a home solar power system can deliver savings on your electric bill immediately -- if you live in the right place.

Use the resources to hire a qualified contractor.

It took Roz Fitch nearly 20 years to turn her second home into a one-of-a-kind vacation getaway.

For owners looking to add value to their homes, kitchen makeovers can provide a lot of bang for the buck. Just keep in mind that this type of renovation ...

Consider whether you're saving enough money by tackling home-improvement projects on your own to justify the time you're giving up.

You don't want to find yourself underinsured halfway through a major home-improvement project.

For homeowners, it doesn't take much to help make the planet a little greener. In fact, you can start right at home. From replacing your light bulbs to ...

Find out what you can do to make your yard look better for free, for $100 or for $500.

Here's what snowbirds heading north need to do to protect their home in the South while they're not there.

As a home seller, you have way too much competition to let little items sabotage a sale. These seven problems are among the biggest buyer turn-offs, ...

Reclaim your desk! We tell you which files to trash and which to stash -- and the best ways to turn the keepers into digital records.

Don't pay more than you have to when it comes to taxes, remodeling and your mortgage.

Upgrade with universal-design features that will help you as you age. It's all about convenience now, and saving money and safety later.

I could blow it on something fun, or invest it in something more worthwhile.

Before calling a professional, try making minor repairs on your own with the help of YouTube.

As you go about your annual spring-cleaning ritual, take a few additional steps to save money on energy bills this summer, improve your home's appearance ...

Boost your home's value by sprucing up your yard with these budget-conscious tips.

You'll be surprised how much you can pocket in so little time.

As federal energy provisions kick in, it means the end for inefficient light bulbs.

These banking, insurance and home maintenance moves will keep your finances in order while you're away.

Even if you're not into sweat equity, your home and yard need routine maintenance. The pay off? You'll reduce the need for bigger and more expensive repairs ...

Go green and earn some green before year-end.

You can find huge savings in these small living spaces.

If you're among the millions of Americans tackling renovations this year, follow these tips to ensure your project goes smoothly and your money is well spent.

15 things for you (or the handyman) to tackle before winter sets in.

Now that fall is officially here, it's time to prepare your home for cold weather. These steps, most of which you can do yourself, will lower your utility ...