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Home Improvement
Getting Started
Q: What factors should determine whether I decide to move or remodel?
Q: Should I hire a professional or do the job myself?
Q: What are the specific responsibilities of the contractor vs. the architect?
Choosing a Contractor, Architect and Budgeting
Q: What guidelines should I follow to find a contractor?
Q: What questions should be asked of an architect?
Q: What basic services can I expect an architect to provide?
Q: Once I choose a contractor, what items should be covered in the contract?
Q: What if the contractor bungles the job?
Q: What are allowances and what should I know about them when planning with a remodeling contractor?
Financing Options and Tax Deductions
Q: How can I finance a remodeling project?
Q: Does the government offer assistance with home improvements?
Q: How much can I expect to spend on maintenance?
Q: What about other home improvements, are they deductible?
Home Improvements
Q: Who are the professionals that do home improvements?
Q: Who should be called to the project first, the contractor or the architect?
Q: Should the architect and contractor have a "vested" interest in one another?
Q: Are there specific questions I should ask a contractor?
Q: There seem to be no shortage of contractors; how do you identify one who is less than reputable?
Q: What guidelines are useful for finding an architect?
Q: What role might engineers play in my remodeling project?
Q: Are there ways to save money when using a contractor?
Q: What other cost controls or budgeting ideas might be helpful?
Q: Does the contractor have to provide a warranty for the work?
Q: What should I look for in a warranty from a remodeling contractor?
Q: What should I know about mechanics' liens?
Q: Do I have to be concerned with building codes and permits?
Q: What can I do to minimize chaos, danger and stress once a project has begun?
Q: What are the best home improvement projects to maximize ROI, or Return on Investment?
Q: What is Universal Design and how does it relate to remodeling?
Q: What should elderly homeowners consider when deciding to remodel?
Q: My budget won't allow for expensive add-ons; is there another way to find and make space?
Q: How do I get help for remodeling following a natural disaster?
Q: Are there routine steps I can take now to avoid major home improvements later?
Q: How can I make energy efficient improvements to my home?
Q: Are window replacements tax deductible?
Maximizing ROI on Remodeling
Q: What should I consider when redoing my kitchen?
Q: What should I consider when remodeling the bathroom?
Zoning and Legal Issues
Q: What are some of the legal considerations relative to remodeling?
Q: What should I know about zoning issues and approvals?
Q: What is a variance?
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