Saving Money

Great ideas and tips on ways to save money around your home.

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I Tried Slobproof Touch-Up Paint Pens From Amazon to Fix Chips in My Walls

Make your space look new again with the help of a refillable touch-up paint pen, like this option from Slobproof.

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Average Costs of Building Permits

Pulling building permits can be confusing and intimidating. Here we'll demystify one element of the process: cost.


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What to Consider When Preparing Your Site for a Build

Before you can start building a cabin or home, you need to prepare the site. Here are the steps for...


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Benefits of Using RTA Kitchen Cabinets

Trying to decide what kind of cabinets you should hang in your home? Here's a look at what makes ready-to-assemble...


Tips for Working with Contractors on Your Home

Working with contractors can be a stressful experience for everyone involved. Here are some tips on how to make the...

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What Happens If I Don’t Get a Permit for My Home Remodel?

Tempted to bypass the permit process to save time, money and the hassle of dealing with city officials? Don't. It's...


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What You Need to Know About Building Permits

Whether your next home improvement project is big or small, you might need a building permit. Read this before you...

11 Female DIYers Who Are Changing the Game

Women have carved out a powerful space for themselves in DIY. Find out more about just a few of our...


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6 Ways to Avoid Costly Home Renovation Mistakes

Finally ready to start that big home improvement project you’ve been thinking about forever? You’re going to want to read...


How I Saved $30,000+ on My Kitchen Renovation

When I saw the estimate for our kitchen renovation, my jaw dropped. But putting on my kitchen planner hat, I...