When self-proclaimed “do-it-yourselfers” Brian and Jennifer Doane moved into their 120-year-old, three-story French Victorian home in Soulard, it had not been remodeled since its initial rehab in 1990. And although functional, it was very outdated in a 1980s style and hues of mauve and blue.
The couple began remodeling room by room, beginning with the entryway, [...]
In the nearly 30 years that we have made our living as remodeling contractors, we have experienced several economic recessions. And in the home improvement business, that’s not such a bad thing.
When demand for new housing slows and home values flatten or decrease, home improvement goes through the roof. Though the present economic turndown has [...]
With the home-price index in the United States posting declines, many families are deciding against shopping for new houses and, instead, are remodelling their current homes. But there can be financial pitfalls in remodelling, especially for those taking on major tasks such as room additions or full kitchen makeovers.
For one thing, some families may have [...]
In today’s slow real estate market some sellers are using “add-ons” such as a new car to lure a buyer who might have otherwise passed on the property. Others are offering stereo systems and gym memberships to help seal the deal on a home or apartment.
Then there is John O’Donnell, who may have come up [...]
In the late ’60s, it was New Haven’s very own Haight-Ashbury (pictured). Later it became a blighted eyesore. Today? An upscale duplex. It’s for sale — if you’ll live there.
An open house was held at the property, 203 Dwight St., Wednesday evening, hosted by Neighborhood Housing Services. The not-for-profit agency rescued and renovated the building [...]
WASHINGTON — If you’re trying to sell your house, you’ll probably need to grab a paint brush — or at least a phone to call a contractor. But as you fix up the place, keep a close eye on costs, as major remodeling projects rarely add to a seller’s bottom line.
Even a minor, mid-range kitchen [...]
Kitchen Remodeling In a concerted effort to simplify the home remodeling process, Seattle executives have rolled out HomeSavvi, an online community for homeowners planning a home improvement project. Co-founders Villette Nolon and Will Hartmann created HomeSavvi for the purpose of allowing homeowners and businesses to take advantage of new Internet-based social networking and project management [...]
The downturn in the housing market made 2007 a banner year for the remodeling industry. More people are opting to stay in their homes, and attractive interest rates make remodeling more affordable than ever.
Remodeling prepares homeowners for the market upswing, since a home that is well-maintained and offers up-to-date systems and amenities will have a [...]
West Hollywood, California (Monday, May 5, 2008) - A controversial Cy Young pitcher and his contractor recently settled countersuits over his West Hollywood home.
San Francisco Giant pitcher Barry Zito.
San Francisco Giant pitcher Barry Zito had been sued by his contractor, Ramland Construction Co., for $200,000 in unpaid bills; he countered with a suit against Ramland [...]