Building a home today requires a realistic understanding of costs before the first shovel ever hits the ground.

Nick has seven years of experience in the home improvement industry. He started his career marketing for dozens of flooring providers and related home services across North America. Today, he is a ...

Building a new home is a daunting idea for many, an idea full of questions and unknowns. Instead of ruling it out, we’re here to help shed light on six common questions people have about building a ...

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate hit a whopping 7.23% in August, an eye-watering number for anyone looking to buy a house. And many prospective homebuyers have decided that if they have to pay ...

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or want to upgrade from your current house, you may be weighing whether to buy an existing home or build a new one. Many factors influence this decision, from ...

There aren't enough homes available for sale. Are you better off just building a new one? The answer depends on time and money. David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and ...

There are many ways to go about buying a home, and one way that can sometimes be more cost-effective is to build a house from the ground up. Of course, even building your own home is more expensive ...

A staircase is more than just a functional component of a home; it’s a statement piece that adds elegance and character to any space. The typical American homeowner pays $2,200 to install a new ...