Articles Index

Getting Contractor Bids and Evaluating an Estimate
Valuable tips for getting bids from contractors including what scope of work items to make sure you include to make sure your bids are complete.

ROI Series Introduction: Investing in Your Home Improvement
This article explores which home remodeling or home improvement projects provide the highest ROI (Return on Investment) on your home remodeling dollar.

Curb Appeal Home Remodeling Projects
Curb appeal home improvement projects are projects outside or inside the home that are typically lower cost, create emotional appeal and high ROI. (Part of the ROI article series)

Home Maintenance and Repair Projects
These are projects that must be done to maintain the integrity of your home before home improvement projects. (Part of the ROI article series)

Neighborhood Norm Home Remodeling Projects
Neighborhood norm home improvement projects are projects that the neighborhood determines as a normal standard. (Part of the ROI article series)

Appraisal Booster Home Remodeling Projects
What you want to focus on with appraisal booster projects are high ROI projects that improve the appraisal value and comps such as major remodels or renovation projects like Bath and Bedroom additions. (Part of the ROI article series)

Lifestyle Home Improvement Projects
Home improvement projects that are done to suit to lifestyle of the home owner and provide little to no payback are considered Lifestyle home remodeling projects. (Part of the ROI article series)

Selecting a Contractor
Checklist for success in selecting a great contractor

Managing the Project
Learn what you need to successfully manage your project. How to prevent extra costs. Things you need in your contract.