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Though it’s the shortest month of the year, there’s still plenty to be done in February, including organizing the con...
Life is surprisingly expensive. You pay for food, clothing, electricity, gas, water, insurance, vehicles, fuel, repai...
December is all about friends, family, and food (there, we said it!), which is why this month's tasks focus on keepin...
In some states, landlords charge more than a month’s rent for a security deposit, sometimes twice as much or more. Th...
There can be quite a difference between the cost of a metal roof and traditional shingles. You can google “How much i...
Times change, and so do our budgets. As we enter a new year, it makes sense to evaluate automatic payments and other purchases we make without thinking, such as t...
Redoing a kitchen is a costly project, but the bathroom comes in a close second. On average, it'll set you back about...
Typical Range: $641 to $2,035 National Average: $1,296If you need to move water away from your home’s foundation a...
Highlights Hiring movers costs a national average of $1,710 for a move of 100 miles or less, with a typical range of...
Hire a Land SurveyorView more Architects & Engineers cost guides or View all home projects Typical Range: $346 ...
Saving a little bit here and there can add up in the long run. Make $20 without lifting a finger by using these thrifty tips.
Save money and create less food waste by getting organized and avoiding these common holiday pitfalls.
You can blame the pandemic for your higher grocery bills. In the wake of Covid-19, food prices have gone up for many items you probably buy on the regular.
Putting a dent in your home improvement to-do list can often put an even bigger dent in your wallet. But these 21 humble DIY projects reduce, reuse, and reimagine...
First-time home ownership ushers in an era of new responsibilities. Here’s how to make wise decisions and avoid common structural, financial, and legal mistakes.
If you need money, you can use your home as collateral for a second mortgage loan. But beware: Should your finances change, you may be putting your home at stake.
A little savvy will save you big time when it comes to hidden fees. So read the fine print and speak up.
Save, invest, and budget successfully with these tools and apps that will help you make the most of your income.
Bag more of the things you want in life—for less than the sticker price—with these often overlooked bulk buys.
Life comes with monetary ups and downs, so if you aim to meet the financial goals you’ve established—or learn how to set such goals in the first place—a financial...
Whatever you may think of extended warranties, sometimes it makes sense to purchase an additional protection plan.
Benjamin Franklin once said, "Beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship." He perfectly explains the effect small expenses can have on persona...
Obtain financial help—during any unexpected cash crunch—by making these quick, easy phone calls.
Selling your old stuff online can be a great way to make a few bucks, but a word of caution: It takes a lot more initiative, planning, and follow-through than ope...
When you’re bound and determined to find a bargain, there are options other than Costco.
Moving to a new home can be exciting, but it can also be nerve-racking. You may have just a few short weeks (or days) to pack your belongings, hire a moving compa...
Q: I just opened my electric bill, and my jaw dropped. It’s way higher than ever! I called the electric company to se...
Wholesale superstores like Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s can save you up to 55 percent on some items. If you aren’t careful, though, you can find yourself consider...
Sure, there's no such thing as a free lunch, but there are definitely other freebies out there just waiting for you to claim them. How about a no-charge exercise ...
Price-matching policies, also known as low-price guarantees, ensure that buyers get the best possible price from the store of their choosing. While each store has...
Temptations are pesky little things. They sneak up on us when we're at our weakest, when we’re hungry, tired, or stressed. Resist the lure of overspending on your...
Being a homeowner often demands more money and energy than you can spare. But a trove of local and online resources are standing by to give savvy homeowners acces...
Q: I want to replace a few aging appliances without paying an arm and a leg. What’s the best time of year to buy appl...
Haggling over prices is a time-honored tradition in many countries, but American consumers aren’t particularly keen on negotiating. According to a 2013 survey by ...
Whether your space is big or small, contemporary or classic, these are some of our favorite affordable coffee tables where you can rest your remote control (and y...
Keeping up with the Joneses can be a frustrating and fruitless pursuit…but what if those enviable neighbors are saving money, supporting a cleaner environment, an...
We Americans are a can-do crowd, particularly when it comes to maintaining and improving our homes. Need proof? Look ...
You don’t have to break the bank to break up with outdated home design. These 14 pretty, practical, and penny-wise renovations of rooms all over the house prove t...
Homeowners know that even energy-efficient washers and dryers drive up electric bills, and renters are even worse off...
Good deals on great homes are hard to come by these days. If, however, you’re a die-hard do-it-yourselfer, or you don’t mind living in a new build, or you enjoy t...
Owning a home is expensive: There are property taxes and mortgages, tiny repairs and big maintenance projects, energy costs and water bills. After all's said and ...
While renting has the advantage of being affordable and carefree, purchasing your own home can be a great investment opportunity—if you’re prepared. Unlike with ...
A new year offers new opportunities to save money. Look around your home and you will see a huge variety of ways to save money, from increasing energy efficiency ...
When you finish a home improvement project, you can certainly take pride in a job well done. But in many cases, you c...
If you think your home insurance policy will protect you in the event of a flood, you may be in for a shock. Because standard homeowner’s policies do not cover fl...
Who doesn’t love the idea of a brand-spanking-new kitchen filled with gleaming appliances, flawless cabinets and pristine countertops? Kitchen remodeling top home...
For those of you in the tristate area who aren’t hitting the ski slopes or escaping to the Bahamas this weekend, Pres...
Before disaster strikes, make sure to check for potential potholes in your property insurance policy. Doing so now could save you money—and heartache—later.
Mortgage interest rates continue at record lows, but if you're hoping to snag a home equity loan for a planned renova...
The average American is said to move every five to seven years. As that statistic suggests, you would be wise to thin...
The title "architect" conjures up in many people's minds fancy designer houses, monumental homes out of the pages of ...
Dankmar Adler—architect and partner of the great Louis Sullivan in the firm of Adler and Sullivan—once remarked that ...
If you have the cash on hand to pay for your remodeling project, you don't need to read this article. Most people, ho...
A renovation project requires more than the skilled handling of different sorts of people. Good management is always ...
Cost overruns are certainly common in renovation work, but there are steps you can take to try to anticipate some of ...
Owning a home is the best way to build family wealth—that's been the prevailing wisdom, at least, for the last severa...
Home values are bouncing back—is the trend strong enough to support your bid for a home equity loan?According to the ...
In the midst of the budget crisis in Washington, home energy tax credits were retained for the 2012 tax year. That me...
Experts agree that the housing market has touched bottom in most markets. With values stabilizing, now is a good time...
It's not a snap, but the Federal Housing Agency's 203k program enables homeowners to finance home improvements as par...
In the wake of the housing bust, the Federal Housing Authority (FHA), once a lender of "near-last resort" for moderat...
What if the sum your construction estimates total is greater than you had budgeted? Sit down with your designer, espe...
