Don't believe that spending money can actually save you money? When it comes to home improvement, investing in cost-effective upgrades can actually save you a bundle in the long-run. More

It's a bad time to be selling a house in many markets across the country. But if you just can't ride out the real estate downturn, and you must sell now, the right renovations can help you seal the deal - and get top dollar. More

Now that spring has arrived, a lot of people are itching to get started on their home improvement projects. But where can you turn to find a good contractor? More

Painting is one of the most popular home improvement projects you can undertake, but it can be more difficult than you might think. Whether you're planning an interior or exterior painting project, hiring a painting contractor will save a lot of time and energy in the long run. More

When you walk into your kitchen, do you feel like you've stepped into a time machine? If so, it might be time for an update. Here's what you need to know to get started. More

It starts to rain and you see the drip, drip, drip of water coming through your ceiling. But not all roof leaks are that obvious, so how do you tell if your roof is damaged and what do you do about it? More

We all know the importance of having an accurate credit report and a good credit score. Still, many of us have no idea what our credit score is, nor do many people know what is on their credit report. Here's an easy way to find out. More