Do you have big home remodeling plans, but you aren’t sure if they will all fit into your budget? Check out the following 5 tips for more affordable renovations. These tips can help you get more out of your budget and get more of your wanted projects done.
Apartment Building Renovation Ideas for Maximum Returns
April 20th, 2012 
Bob McIntosh Multifamily buildings are one of the hottest real estate investments at the moment, offering investors an opportunity to take advantage of cheap financing for great leverage and rising rents. However, one of the best advantages of these types of properties is the ability to create earned appreciation in any market by making improvements. The question is which apartment renovation ideas will yield the biggest returns?
Be Careful of Great ‘Deals’ on Unfinished Homes
April 17th, 2012 Bob McIntosh Home building and renovating is not always just an exciting adventure for home buyers. It can often be a great investment, too. While there has been a lot of buzz in the news about REOs, foreclosures, and bank owned properties, lenders actually have far more construction REOs than any other type of property. For home buyers looking for build their dream homes, these properties can often offer the biggest discounts.
Small Home Renovations for a Bigger Feel
April 12th, 2012 Bob McIntosh The last couple of years have seen many families forced to relocate, and often to smaller places, in order to reduce monthly housing expenses and utility bills. However, this doesn’t mean that there isn’t a lot you can do in the way of affordable small home renovations in order to create a more spacious feel.
Smart Residential Remodeling for Duplexes
April 9th, 2012 Bob McIntosh Duplexes make for great first time home buyer investments. With current mortgage interests rates so low, a duplex that could use a little TLC could easily pay for itself by renting out one unit while living in the other. Plus, many residential remodeling projects can improve both sides simultaneously. So, what is different when it comes to renovating a duplex, and what do you need to keep in mind when planning?
Where Hotel Renovation Strategies Go Wrong
April 6th, 2012 Bob McIntosh Before digging into hotel renovations, it is critical to ensure that the strategy is sound. Otherwise, you may not only be throwing away a ton of cash, but not seeing any improvement in figures at all. So where do hotel renovation strategies go wrong?
Backyard Renovation Ideas
April 4th, 2012 Bob McIntosh Kicking around backyard renovation ideas? Even the most overgrown and neglected backyards can be turned around on a modest budget. They can become amazing playgrounds, heavenly retreats, and can make a big impact on your home’s value.
Home Office Renovation Ideas & Essentials
March 15th, 2012 Bob McIntosh Home office renovations can be some of the most profitable and rewarding remodeling projects right now, but what are some of the essentials you need to keep in mind?
Commercial Office Renovations & Watching Your ROI
March 13th, 2012 Bob McIntosh Commercial office renovations could be one of your best investments as a business owner, but what will produce a return, and when does it become lavish overkill and a waste of your budget?
Time to Wake Up to Renovation Realities
March 9th, 2012 Bob McIntosh Dreams of house extensions, cool upgrades, and new, inspiring decor all seem like fantastic ideas, right? However, before you start tearing out the walls and forking over money to home improvement contractors, it is smart to wake up and recognize some of the uglier renovation realities so that you aren’t caught off guard. The last thing you want is to run out of money when your project is half done and end up with a home you can’t live in or invite anyone to.
