You've purchased what you thought was your dream home, but after a few years, you've realized you need a little more space. What can you do? Before you call your real estate agent, consider building ...

Are you daydreaming about building an addition or creating the kitchen of your dreams? Before hire a contractor, you might want to consider how much value these expensive projects will add to your ...

As more homeowners stay put longer, many are hitting a wall—literally. One in 4 say they need more space, according to one survey, with another quarter reporting they outgrew their home just two years ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

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