Jasen Wright / Shutterstock.com Homeownership is a trip. A few months ago, I gave up condo life and bought my first house — a 1937 Tudor Revival. And while it’s not really a fixer-upper, the demands of an 85-year-old house can be daunting. For design inspiration, I turned to HGTV and the Magnolia Network (formerly, […]
Continue ReadingAfter a period of falling house prices, it seems the new year has seen a positive upturn in the property market. Reports are suggesting that prices are set to rise again in 2024, thanks to easing inflation and a confidence boost from a General Election which is likely to have property as a key agenda […]
Continue ReadingHome improvement retailer MR DIY is once again World Branding Awards’ (WBA) pick in the Top Home Improvement Regional Award Category. The award recognizes the retailer’s presence in four markets, namely Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines. This is the group’s sixth World Branding Award. In 2022 and 2021, MR DIY took home the WBA’s […]
Continue ReadingEuropean home improvement retailer Kingfisher warned on Monday that current-year profit would fall short of analysts’ expectations after it reported a 25% drop for 2023-24. “In the short term, while repairs, maintenance and renovation activities on existing homes continue to support resilient demand, we are cautious on the overall market outlook for 2024 due to […]
Continue ReadingKey Takeaways Home renovation spending is expected to decrease from $486 billion to $457 billion in 2024. The main driving factors of this decrease include high and rising interest rates, lowering house price appreciation and a decrease in home sales. Smaller projects and projects with high ROI should be prioritized during this time. The Joint […]
Continue ReadingAlthough home improvement projects have dropped from the heights of the pandemic, the record low supply of homes coupled with high mortgage rates are likely to boost the demand for home improvement projects. Homeowners will likely undertake renovation and remodeling services rather than buying new homes. Given this backdrop, it could be wise to add […]
Continue ReadingYou may access lower interest rates with home equity loans and HELOCs today than you’ll find with other loans and lines of credit. Thomas M. Barwick INC/Getty Images Homeowners looking to take advantage of longer days and better weather may find summer the ideal time to get started on the home improvement project, repair or […]
Continue ReadingA fresh coat of paint is among the low-cost improvements that can make a big difference in your home’s appearance. Photo courtesy Getty Images. Credits: Getty Images Whether you’re looking to sell your home or just want to make it more livable, spring is typically the ideal time of year to get a head start […]
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