NJ Households Spend The Most On Home Renovation Projects, Study Finds

NEW JERSEY— Working towards your dream kitchen or a bathroom oasis in the Garden State? From major renovation projects to small repairs around the house, home improvement costs can add up quickly – with a new study showing that New Jersey residents spend the most in the nation on home renovations. This study, by real […]

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As home improvement growth slows, consumers turn to e-commerce

YipitData industry report shows Amazon growing share, ranking second behind The Home Depot NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The home improvement industry has seen significant sales shifts towards online shopping, with generalist retailers such as Amazon making significant market share gains against specialty retail leaders such as The Home Depot. YipitData’s State of […]

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Meet Alex D’Alessio, self-proclaimed “dummy” who became a DIY home improvement star on social media

Americans are projected to spend an historic $485 billion on home repairs and remodeling this year — a figure that includes both professional services and DIY projects, according to industry experts. In an era when social media reigns supreme, DIY enthusiasts are increasingly turning to platforms like YouTube and TikTok for guidance and inspiration. One […]

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Oxford United Team Up With New Home Improvement Group – News

Oxford United would like to introduce our Home Improvement partners. New Home Improvement Group is an independent home improvement company based in Wallingford. The group is comprised of targeted, specialist companies – currently covering Buildings, Landscaping, Garden Rooms, and Windows. That list is likely to grow further. Their specialism enables them to offer a […]

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County announces funds available to help seniors with home improvements | News

BEAUFORT — The Carteret County Department of Social Services (DSS) announced this week limited funding available through its Housing and Home Improvement Program to assist individuals aged 60 and older with essential repairs and upgrades to their homes. This program is a lifeline for many seniors who lack the financial resources or physical ability to […]

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3 Home Improvement Stocks on the Rise With Massive Buy Potential

The home remodeling market is booming this year, fueled by the desire to transform starter homes into long-term investments, accommodate multi-generational living, and prioritize age-friendly and health-related upgrades. Thus, investors could consider investing in soaring home improvement stocks Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (LOW), ADT Inc. (ADT), and JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (JELD). The US Personal income rose […]

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Cost of repairs and renovations adds thousands of dollars to homeownership

Monthly mortgage payments aren’t the only recurring cost tied to owning a home. Money spent on maintenance, renovations and repairs, particularly for older houses, can easily cost homeowners thousands of dollars. The median amount Americans spent on home renovations in 2022 was $22,000, according to home improvement website Houzz. That’s up from $14,000 in 2018. […]

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The most popular home projects are not the ones with the best returns

Most homeowners are planning to remodel at some point down the road, but not everyone will get their money’s worth in improved home value. Of all home improvement projects, the most popular are sparkling bathroom overhauls, according to newly released data from the Contractor Growth Network, followed by big-ticket kitchen and basement renovations. In some […]

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