Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

We've all been there: You've purchased what you thought was your dream home, but after a few years, you've realized you need a little more space. What can you do? Before you call your real estate ...

Buying a modular or manufactured home could make homeownership more affordable. Some people use the two terms interchangeably, but they’re not one and the same. Here's how a modular home compares to a ...

When you hear the term modular homes, you probably think of something akin to mobile homes on cinder blocks—temporary solutions for would-be homeowners that are far from the dream homes they hope to ...

Modular homes are partially constructed in a factory, then shipped to the site and finished. That can save time and money compared to site-built homes.

Modular homes are prefabricated housing units consisting of sections or modules built in a factory and then transported to the construction site for assembly. At the construction site, they are ...

Home additions are time-intensive and pricey, easily hitting six figures. Materials, labor and zoning regulations will impact the scope of your project, so request quotes from multiple contractors to ...

Modular homes offer an affordable middle ground between a manufactured or mobile home and a home built completely on-site. But when it comes to insurance, they're typically covered by the same policy ...