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Have a better remodel experience with tips from a contractor on how to plan, shop and communicate

Help your home renovation go smoothly and stay on budget with this wise advice from a pro

Small mistakes in buying remodeling materials can add up to huge cost overruns. Here's how to get things right the first time

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

Translate your contractor's lingo to get the communication on your home project right

Safety, less cost and better aesthetics on a home improvement project may rest in the hands of an expert

Therapist, financial advisor, mediator — for the price of a single good contractor on your remodel, you're actually getting 10 jobs done

Lighten the load on your remodeling budget without sacrificing your design by heeding this insider advice

Push past the hype and learn what really makes a renovation kind to the earth and easy on your wallet

Know the potential setbacks before you start to save headaches and extra costs in the middle of a renovation

Understanding how contractors bill for services can help you keep costs down and your project on track