Archive for the ‘home improvement’ Category

Why is it that consumers go to home improvement centers when?

Saturday, December 24th, 2011

SHORTY38 asked: Why is it that consumers go to home improvement centers like home depot or lowe's when the home improvement centers just subcontract their work out to local contractors. Are we not smart enough to know that these home improvement centers put an upcharge on labor etc.. Why don't ...

How do I find out if I qualify for stimulus money or other government grants in order to make home improvement?

Thursday, November 24th, 2011

Jon C asked: I want to make my home more energy efficient and also need some improvements made. Just wondering if I qualify. I made 47,000 last year. BTW I did not vote for Obama. I do not agree with all the stimulus proposals, but it would stupid of me not ...

How to apply for a home improvement loan to improve living situation?

Monday, November 21st, 2011

Mary Oneal asked: I have a home. Now I want to get a home improvement loan to improve my living situation and to qualify for home owners insurance. What can I do? Please give me necessary information.Carrier Heat Pumps

On Home Improvement, Mark beats up a bully after Randy steps on his shoes. What episode is that from?

Saturday, November 19th, 2011

Ryan asked: I'm almost positive it's from Home Improvement, but I'm not 100% sure. Any help would be appreciated.Goodman Heat Pumps

Can I deduct home improvement expenses if I am reporting rental income from renting a room in my home?

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

sunfish024 asked: I have a 3-bedroom house and I rent out one of the rooms for extra income. I have also invested several thousand dollars in home improvement last year, much of it on repairs to the extra bathroom used by the roommate-tenant. Does anyone know the rules on reporting ...

Starting a home improvement business from scratch?

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011

rollings83 asked: What is the best way to start up a home improvement business without all the credentials? Ways to get the word out....etc?Portable Closet

Home improvement tax deduction?

Tuesday, November 8th, 2011

newly preg asked: I'm considering upgrading our formica countertops to granite and installing vinyl fencing to enclose our backyard. Would this count as a home improvement and would I be able to deduct this on next year's taxes or only when I sell the home?PVC Plumbing Fittings

Do I have to pay taxes on home improvement work done on my home, such as putting in new steps?

Friday, November 4th, 2011

be7odd asked: What are the tax rules on paying taxes for home improvement done to your home such as putting in new steps in front of your house?Fenwick Fishing Rods

What NJ government agency if any handles rebates for mistakes made by a home improvement contractor?

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2011

Byron asked: The contractor I used installed a shower/sauna/jacuzzi all in one unit and now it leaks at almost all junction points and the handle is leaking water as well. In addition, I needed him to repair one of the electrical lines that come into my fuse box from the ...

Foot for foot is tile an economic way of DIY home improvement?

Wednesday, October 26th, 2011

Travis asked: Or does it make sense for a small time home improvement DIY'er to find other routes to improve kitchen-bathOutdoor Solar Lighting