Featured Articles

• Best ROI home improvements for 2015

  Let's be honest: home improvements can cost a pretty penny. So make yours count by choosing the projects that give you the best return on investment in 2015.

• 3 cheap energy-efficient home improvements to save you money

  Saving energy doesn't require taking out a second mortgage. Here are three energy-efficient home improvements for less than $150, most of which you can do yourself.

• Alternative energy: tax credits make it more affordable

  Still thinking about alternative energy? Tax credits for residential solar, wind, geothermal, and fuel cell systems that power and heat your home more cheaply make them even more affordable. Here's what you need to know.

• How a home inspection can save you thousands

  A good home inspection can be the best move you make to protect yourself during a home purchase. Here's what a home inspector can do for you.

• Cash-out refinance mortgage: Good way to finance a remodel?

  Housing prices are improving and mortgage interest rates are still low. ROI for remodeling is strong. If you have equity in your home, learn about refinancing your mortgage to pull cash out for a remodel.

• The inside scoop on hiring a contractor

  Do you need a contractor for your home improvement project, but you have no idea where to begin? You've come to the right place. Here is all you need to know to get started on the road to a successful relationship with the right contractor.

• Low mortgage refinance rates: Time to remodel?

  Just when you think low mortgage rates are history, they drop again. Find out why today's favorable housing market and employment -- plus refinancing your mortgage -- can make remodeling your home a good investment.