Home Improvement
News, insights and expert analysis on home improvement from the team at Kiplinger.
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DIY Home Security Upgrades That Lower Insurance Costs
Boost home security with these five DIY upgrades — some may even qualify for a home insurance discount.
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How to Get a Refund For a Water Leak
real estate Refunds for water leaks are available from municipalities if you report and fix the problem.
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The Fall Garden Tax? What to Plant and How to Prepare
Tax Tips Fall gardening could increase your taxes this season. Here’s what to know while planting in 2025.
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Five Ways to Make Your Home More Age-Friendly
retirement Age in place by renovating these five areas of your home, and live independently, surrounded by the things you know.
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Corn Sweat: Combatting the Hidden Effects of Humidity
How to keep your home cool when even the corn is sweating this summer.
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Nine Tips to Declutter Your Home Before Your Retirement Move
Planning to declutter your home — whether you're moving or downsizing — can be overwhelming. Here's how to do it.
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$280 Million Boost Revives Florida’s Home-Hardening Grant Program
A major infusion of state funds revives Florida's flagship home-hardening grant program to protect homeowners and potentially lower insurance costs.
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Save More with Tax Credits for Energy-Efficient Home Improvements While You Still Can
Tax Breaks Trump's new GOP tax bill ends many key energy tax credits for home improvements. Here's what you need to know.
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Tax Credit Treasures: Your Amazon Prime Day Guide to Home Upgrades
There are many items for sale during Amazon Prime Day that help make your home more energy efficient and can apply towards tax credits that will expire soon.
