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Here's why barns are painted red

Here is a historic reason behind why barns are mostly always painted red.

Lumber Prices Are Falling—Here's How You Can Save Money On Your Next DIY Project

If you have home projects to complete, now is the time.

5 Things You Should Know About Building A Home

Building a new home can be just as exciting as it is complex and stressful. If you properly plan out the project and try to avoid mistakes, you can ensure the house stays within your budget and desired timeline.

What to Look for in a Contractor's Contract

10 basic ingredients for a contract will help pave the way to remodel happiness

9 Surprising Ways to Boost Your Home's Value

Real estate experts offer insight on how to maximize the value of your house and make it more attractive to potential buyers.

How to prevent a dispute with a home contractor from blowing up in your face

If you refuse to pay for shoddy work, the remodeler could file a mechanic's lien — which ultimately could result in the forced sale of your home to pay the debt.

The Benefits of Hiring a Remodeling Contractor

Here are the benefits of hiring a remodeling contractor instead of trying to do the work yourself.

Property Management for Single-Family Homes: Tricks of the Trade

Here’s some of my best advice for how to deal with some potentially challenging situations when managing single-family homes.

Which costs more: A single-family home or a condo?

Most of us tend to believe that downtown condo living is expensive—certainly more so than living in a suburban single-family home. But what if I could shatter that preconceived notion that urban l…

The answer for affordable housing? Single-family homes

Rentals in single-family homes and small multifamily buildings are a viable solution for helping the significant lack of affordable homes in the housing market. But in order for this to happen, these three policies need to change.

US builders boost single-family home construction

When Does Buying New Construction Single-Family Homes Make Sense?

For some, the lure of a freshly built single-family home that has never been inhabited is a no-brainer. Others prefer the perks that come with dated construction—prime locations, established neighborhoods, the character of old world construction, and so on.

For single-family homes on small lots, builders must up their game

Small-lot developments have long been plagued by complexity: how to box together single-family homes on tight, row house-style parcels while maintaining privacy. Who wants to watch a neighbor washing his dishes, or worse?

Should I Buy a Condo or Single-Family Home?

When buying a residence, considering between a single family home and a condo and knowing both sides can help potential homeowners make informed decisions.

5 Non-Traditional Questions to Ask to Select a Remodeling Contractor

Learn 5 non-traditional questions to ask to choose the right kitchen, bathroom or basement remodeling contractor

Townhouse, Condo, or Single Family Home?

With the low interest rates we’ve seen lately, there’s an opportunity for those who thought they were previously priced out of the market to afford a

Are Condos Harder to Sell Than Regular Single-Family Homes?

Are condos harder to sell than single family homes? Not necessarily. Learn why.

Single Family Homes vs. Multi-Unit Apartments: Which Investment is Right for You?

There are pros and cons to both single family homes and apartments. So, what are the differences? And how do you determine which is right for you? Let’s take a look.

Single Family Home Investing: An In-Depth Look at the Pros & Cons

Single Family Home Investing: An In-Depth Look at the Pros & Cons | Bigger Pockets