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Pick the right pro at the right price

5:19am: To keep a lid on home-improvement costs, hire only the expertise you really need. More

Buyer's market for small home improvements

Sep 25: Rooms looking drab? These four micro-improvements offer an oversize bang for the buck. More

Be your own landscaper

Aug 7: These dirt-cheap landscaping tricks will spruce up your yard now - and keep it looking good next year too. More

Home security for less

Jun 26: With the economy down, burglary is up. But you can get solid protection at a reasonable price. More

Wet basement? 6 simple fixes

Feb 27: Even a little water down there means big trouble. Avoid it with these low-cost ways to dry out. More

Makeover your home - for 75% less

Jan 30: Architectural salvage shops offer great deals on unique, high-quality furnishings - if you know how to tell the treasures from the trash. More

When good appliances go bad

Dec 26: Fix it or junk it? If you can salvage a busted machine with a simple repair job, you'll save plenty. More

Nine ways to enhance a home's curb appeal

Apr 24: Cosmetic fixes that can put a prettier face on a plain-Jane home will pay for themselves - and then some. More

How to find a contractor you'll love

Mar 28: To nab a good home improvement professional, look for these signs of excellence (or trouble). More

Smart window shopping

Feb 29: Replacement panes are a costly renovation. So invest in new ones for the right reasons - and do the project the right way. More

AC in the winter? Brrrr-rilliant!

Nov 20: It's one of the best investments you can make in your home. And the best time to put it in is the dead of winter. From Money Magazine's Josh Garskof More

6 cures for the small-kitchen blues

Oct 26: Expand your kitchen without breaking the bank using these simple solutions from Money Magazine More

A big payoff from the tiniest room

Sep 7: For the surest bet in home remodeling, build a new bathroom - and add up to 20 percent more value to your home. More

Kitchen face-lifts for the frugal

Jun 21: Forget the upscale remodel. You can get a whole new look for a few thousand dollars. More

7 landscaping tips

Jun 4: These ideas offer some of the best returns for your renovation dollar. Plus, the payoff increases over time. More

Take your home outside

May 18: An open-air "room" adds inexpensive living space that may come in handy at resale. And it needn't have a price tag as big as the great outdoors. More

Dark side of the housing boom: Shoddy work

Feb 14: Steps you can take if you find yourself living in a poorly made home. More

Your Home: Is 'going green' worth the cost?

Jan 3: The eco-friendly house (and renovation) has gone mainstream. But is it really worth the cost? More

Lush lawn - higher home value

Turn that lawn into a fine green carpet and your whole house becomes more valuable. (more)

Plastic fantastic building materials

Neighbors and buyers can't tell these artificial materials from nature's handiwork. But your wallet will know. Here are the best state-of-the-art look-alikes. (more)

Spiff-ups for all seasons

To prevent budget-busting repairs, you've got to invest a little time. But how do you keep track? Just use our home maintenance checklist. (more)

Make room: space saving tips

There are sexier home improvements than closet and cabinet organizers. But what other upgrade will simplify your life and boost the salability of your home? Here's the best gear for organizing stuff now and impressing buyers later. (more)

Let there be light

A wall of windows and skylights can open up a dark and gloomy living space. Here's a list of "dos" and "don'ts" for adding light. (more)

5 Dumbest renovation fads

A remodeling trend may look good on paper, but it may not make your home more livable - or more valuable. These five alternatives will. (more)

Small Projects that pay off big

Make your home more appealing to buyers (and yourself) with these easy indoor upgrades you can do on your own. (more)

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