Projects that increase the value of your home may lead to higher premiums. For example, if you add a room to your house—e.g., a new bedroom, second owner's suite, or family room—that increases living space, you'll likely have a higher insurance premium. That's because the added sq...
Homeowners insurance covers your house and belongings in case of events such as fires, hail, tornadoes and burst pipes. If one of these scenarios causes damage, your policy can pay to repair it. Homeowners insurance can also reimburse you for theft or vandalism of your belongings. But a homeo...
You could buy land and deck out your home with almost all the utilities, amenities, and decorations you want. Expect tiny homes in areas with generally high housing costs to fall on this upper end, even if the same house in another area would be cheaper....
For ground-mounted solar panels, you may need to first complete some site prep, such as clearing the area and trenching a conduit line to the house. But once installation day arrives, things move fast. The crew will install the brackets, hoist up and secure the panels, and make the ...
Deck railing:$450–$8,800 House Entryway In addition to the front door, walkways, landscaping, lighting, and other details make up your entryway. Small entryway remodels range from$1,030 to $1,250, while mid-range projects cost about$2,570 to $3,120. Large foyer remodel costs are$...
Easter, unlike Christmas, has a fluctuating date due to its ties to the vernal equinox and Jewish Passover. Learn how Emperor Constantine's decision in 325 A.D. at the Council of Nicaea established Easter's observance on the first Sunday after the full m
Photo byDiana ParkhouseonUnsplash Snowiest New Year's Day Those who aren't ready to take the plunge at Lucky Peak might be up for a slightly warmer New Year's Day challenge. In non-pandemic years, the Treasure Valley YMCA has held a "Resolution Run" starting at the Ram in Boise on ...
Pool house –A pool house or pool building provides a place to change without dripping water through your home. A simple design with no bathroom or shower will add about $6,000 to the cost of the pool, depending on the size of the building, type of foundation, and construction method. ...
Lighthouse Vocational Services does a little spring cleaningCarole Deck
Let's start off with what is surely a teacher's largest monthly expense - accommodation. This might be a studio apartment, a shared room in a rented house or whatever. Accommodation is an enormous grey area and nigh on impossible to put a figure on. I remember an old boss of mine sayi...