Next up in our new series, Renovations That Really Pay Off: basements! Sure, walking down rickety stairs and gazing into a dark, dank cellar might put you off the idea of dropping wads of cash to hang ...

Upgrading a basement is a fun blank canvas of a DIY project that doesn’t have to break the bank! No need to overhaul the entire basement by knocking out walls for natural light or involving ...

“One of my favorite basement renovations is turning the area into a separate living space,” said Aja McClanahan, financial writer and real estate agent from Space Coast Move HQ. “This means you’d need ...

As the post-pandemic explosion in Colorado property values continues, homeowners are always trying to find the most efficient way to maximize the potential of their home’s worth. If you have an ...

No matter where you reside, a basement can add a lot of value to your home. If you want to use your basement for more than just storage, finishing your basement can generate an incredible return on ...

Spring and summer tend to be the most popular times of year for home renovations thanks to the warm weather and long daylight hours. But if you're planning to renovate your home this spring, the price ...

Amy Fontinelle is a freelance writer, researcher and editor who brings a journalistic approach to personal finance content. Since 2004, she has worked with lenders, real estate agents, consultants, ...

High home prices and mortgage rates have made the housing market especially tough for millennials, leaving many priced out of buying larger or new homes. As a result, a growing number of homeowners ...

Katherine Watt is a former CNET Money writer focusing on mortgages, home equity and banking. She previously wrote about personal finance for NextAdvisor. Based in New York, Katherine graduated summa ...