Category: Home Improvement

Las Vegas couple has no recourse from state contractor’s board amid ‘Property Brothers’ lawsuit

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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A Las Vegas couple is seeking justice from the company behind the popular reality TV show “Property Brothers.”

Both sides are locked in a legal battle over who is liable for repairing home defects, but the lawsuit has exposed the limits homeowners have for recourse.

“Our lives are on hold. We’re living in hell. We can’t use the kitchen. We can’t use like anything. We are in constant fear of safety,” Mindy King said.

Paul and Mindy King say they expected to live in their dream home when they paid the “Property Brothers” nearly $200,000 in

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Couple claims ‘Property Brothers’ renovation created a biohazard in their home

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A Las Vegas couple is seeking justice from the company behind the popular HGTV reality show “Property Brothers.”

Paul and Mindy King of northwest Las Vegas bought their home shortly after getting married in 2018. Ready to start the next chapter in their lives, they tell Nexstar’s KLAS they paid the “Property Brothers” nearly $200,000 that year in the hopes that they would get to live in their dream home.

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Paul and Mindy King are seeking justice from the company behind the popular reality tv show “Property Brothers.” (CLASS)

The Kings told KLAS they thought it would be cool to

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The 8 Best Summer Home-Improvement Projects to Cross Off Your List

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Summer is a great time for home improvement projects and DIY updates around the house. Set some time (and money) aside this summer to give your home some TLC. Not only will it increase the overall value of your home, but little upgrades here and there can also save you a lot of money down the line.

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Some home improvements can be expensive, such as adding central air conditioning or remodeling an entire room of your house. But some lower-cost projects can add value for less money. Here are some simple, affordable home improvement projects to try this

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A Turn Away From DIY Home Improvement Projects

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As the remodeling boom continues, homeowners are increasingly in search of outdoor projects and other renovation ideas. Although the housing market overall is slowing, there is no shortage of demand for home improvements. But are some homeowners trying to take on too much for their level of DIY expertise?

The following are the top home and design articles at REALTOR® Magazine Online for 2022:

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1. How Homeowners Can Make the Most of Their Yards—Even in Winter

After almost two years of pandemic life, homeowners understand the significant value of having a yard. Here are 8 ideas for getting creative with

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Experts Predict Home Improvement Spending to Decline by 2024 – theMReport.com

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According to Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, after more than a decade of continuous growth, annual spending on improvements and repairs to owner-occupied homes is expected to decline by early next year.

According to their latest Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA), the report projects that year-over-year expenditures for homeowner improvements and maintenance will post a modest decline of 2.8% through Q1 of 2024.

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Higher interest rates and sharp downturns in homebuilding and existing home sales are driving expert projections for sluggish remodeling activity next year. With ongoing uncertainty in financial markets and the threat of a recession, homeowners

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10 Tips To Help You Get Ready For Home Renovation

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Mission Home Remodeling, the leading home renovation company in Burlingame, CA, is pleased to present 10 essential tips for homeowners planning a successful home renovation project. This home renovation expert works with clients to ensure their home renovation project is as stress-free as possible. Their highly skilled contractors take a design-focused approach to get even the minutest details right. With years of experience in the industry, Mission Home Remodeling aims to help homeowners prepare for the home renovation process, ensuring a seamless and satisfying experience.

Mission Home Remodeling is dedicated to helping Burlingame homeowners achieve their dream homes through successful

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‘Home Improvement’ star Tim Allen wasn’t given ‘enough credit’ on show, co-star Patricia Richardson says

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Tim Allen and Patricia Richardson rose to fame when they starred as on-screen spouses in the hit 1990s sitcom “Home Improvement.”

The 69-year-old actor and the 72-year-old actress played Tim “The Toolman” Taylor and Jill Taylor for eight seasons from 1991 to 1999. It was the first acting role for Allen, who was previously known for his work as a stand-up comedian.

In an interview with Fox News Digital, Richardson said that she didn’t believe Allen received enough recognition for his acting talent during his time on “Home Improvement.”

“People don’t give Tim enough credit for the acting that he

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Bloomington gets state grant for home improvement projects

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The City of Bloomington has been awarded $350,000 from the state of Illinois to help with home improvement projects for low-income families.

The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has announced the opening of the Home Repair and Accessibility Program (HRAP), designed to assist low and very-low income homeowners by providing five-year, forgivable loans of up to $45,000.

“Every Illinoisan deserves housing that is safe and accessible, no matter their economic status or zip code,” Gov. JB Pritzker said in a news release.

The money is designated for properties with documented health and safety concerns, and properties requiring accessibility upgrades for

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