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Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report (from Remodeling Magazine)

Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report (from Remodeling Magazine)

From Remodeling Magazine (our sister site) comes this detailed tool/report. Enter your location to get a regional report on what various remodeling projects typically cost and how much value they add to your home.

Cost Per Square Foot: What You Need to Know

Cost Per Square Foot: What You Need to Know

How much will it cost to build your new home? Learn about cost-per-square-foot calculations.

Remodeling Sucks! 6 Reasons to Start Fresh from a House Plan

Remodeling Sucks! 6 Reasons to Start Fresh from a House Plan

Stuck between remodeling your existing home or building new? Here are some important considerations.

Cool House Plans with Mudrooms

Cool House Plans with Mudrooms

Here's why you need a mudroom in your new home.

How To Place Your Home for Maximum Solar Benefits

How To Place Your Home for Maximum Solar Benefits

You've got a lot. Now how should you place your home to get the best natural lighting and cooling?

Planning the Ultimate Mountain Getaway

Planning the Ultimate Mountain Getaway

Make your mountain vacation home a reality with these tips and tricks.

Designing Your Home for Extreme Weather

Designing Your Home for Extreme Weather

Make sure your home is as ready as it can be for extreme weather events.

Cool Modern House Plans for Narrow Lots

Cool Modern House Plans for Narrow Lots

Dealing with a tight lot? You can still show off with a sleek house design.

Architectural Styles 101

Architectural Styles 101

Not sure how to distinguish between a Craftsman and a Colonial Revival home? Here's your cheat sheet.

The Beauty and Simplicity of Modern Home Designs

The Beauty and Simplicity of Modern Home Designs

Love the sleek look of a modern home? You're not alone. Learn about this popular style.

The Age-Appropriate Home

The Age-Appropriate Home

Ideas from homes designed for "active adults" that are worth considering for the new house you are planning to build.

5 Lessons From Older Homes

5 Lessons From Older Homes

Key features of older homes that could add character and comfort to the new home you're building.

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