If youre spending more time at home these days, youre not alone.
With the rise of remote work, were seeing a lot more of the same four walls.
you’re free to save on home improvements if you pick your battles, though.
Learn more about taking ahome office deductionon your 2023 taxes, including what qualifies and how to follow the rules, so you don’t get audited.
No Interest Til Almost 2027?
Before you dig in, consider whats worthwhile to upgrade.
Our top tips include:
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Some more tips include upcycling items you already have at home or hitting the dollar store.
Theseeight home repairs are ones you shouldnt ignore.
Get on them ASAP to avoid extensive damage, safety hazards or health issues.
Just putting aside $200 a month can help cover home expenses that come up.
Know When to Hire a Pro
Tackling home projects on your own doesnt always save money.
Like damaging a load-bearing wall.
We explain whichhome projects can be safe to DIYand which ones you should leave to the experts.
You want to know youre hiring the right person for the job.
Here are six questions you should ask whenhiring a home improvement contractor.
see to it everyones on the same page about the work before signing on the dotted line.
Leverage Home Office Deductions
Did you know some home improvement expenses can be deducted from your taxes?
This applies to more than just basic home decor improvements like carpet and paint.
And these improvements also qualify for home office deductions.
But bathroom remodels can be expensive.
Spruce Up Your Outdoor Space for $100
Big landscaping projects can cost big bucks.
But that doesnt mean there arent ways to revamp your outdoor space for less.
This post shares six brilliant ideas forrefreshing your yard or patiowithout spending over $100.
Spend Less at Restoration Hardware
Love the goods at Restoration Hardware but could do without the high prices?
This article spills10 ways to save major buckswhen shopping at this upscale home furnishing store.
Never pay full price again.
Solar subsidies are still in full swing and should be for the foreseeable future.
Its an inexpensive way to just totally change the look and feel of your kitchen.
Eager to save money on home improvements?
Dont wait to build a big house budget or dip into your retirement savings.
Nicole Dow is a former senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
Kaz Weida is a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
Ask one of these companies to help…
