Amy Hoak's Home Economics: 5 secrets for saving on a home remodel

Home-improvement spending is expected to rise this year, but consumers remain cautious with their finances. They may be more willing to remodel, but still want a heck of a deal.

Paul Davis Provides Consumers With Tips During National Home Improvement Month in May

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Spring is when many property owners plan to remodel and improve their homes and May is National Home Improvement Month. According to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry ...

Money Talks: Remodel on a Budget

If you're looking for money to pay down debt, you may think that means going on a "dollar-diet:" Not spending anything until your debts are dust. But money reporter Stacy Johnson says that you can find extra money and still do things like home remodeling. Just find a way to do it for less.

Oceanside Home Remodeler Shares Tips with Homeowners Considering Taking on Role of Contractor on Their Renovation ...

Allen Remodel Explains Why Homeowners Should Think First Before Taking Control of their Remodeling Project by Assuming the Contractor’s Role of Project Manager.San Diego, CA (PRWEB) April 21, 2012 Has the DIY craze gone too far? Some homeowners decide to hire a general contractor but act as project manager, overseeing the project themselves and hiring their own subcontractors to save money. ...

Personal Finance Daily: Tips for saving on remodeling projects

Economists and those in the housing industry think that while Americans are not ready to leap back into the real-estate market, they may be willing to dust off their remodeling plans this year. Today, Amy Hoak writes about five negotiating strategies homeowners should know about when they begin working with a contractor on a remodeling project.