Summer is the perfect time to tackle home improvement projects that enhance both the functionality and aesthetics of your property. With the sunny weather and longer days, you have the ideal conditions to complete projects efficiently. In this article, we’ll explore five home improvement projects to consider this summer, with a particular focus on heavy-duty … Read More “Five home improvement projects to take on in Summer 2023” »
By DeanSeal Home Depot said Tuesday that it expects sales growth to return at a rate of about 3% to 4% per year once the home improvement market stabilizes. The home improvement retailer provided a market stability base case outlook ahead of its 2023 Investor and Analyst Conference, saying it expects the overall home improvement … Read More “Home Depot Expects Sales Growth to Return When Market Stabilizes” »
The surge in interest rates and heightened inflationary pressures dampened consumer spending in the home improvement sector. However, with the easing of inflation and indications of a potential pause in rate hikes, there is optimism for a resurgence in home improvement demand. Given this backdrop, it might be wise to add fundamentally sound stocks Frontdoor, … Read More “3 Home Improvement Stocks to Keep Watching” »
I was recently lucky enough to spend 24 hours in the Loire Valley. We have a tour there at the end of August, and I need to check some addresses – never a hardship! I had heard about the amazing flowers at the Chateau de Chenonceaux, and was determined to see what all the fuss … Read More “getting grand with flowers – MY FRENCH COUNTRY HOME” »
June is National Home Ownership Month. If you’re a home owner, at some point you’re probably going to have some kind of home improvement project that you’re not going to be able to do by yourself. “Choosing the wrong contractor can make the difference between a successful home renovation and a disaster,” said Mechele Agbayani … Read More “BBB: Home sweet home improvement tips for National Homeownership Month | business” »
Spring is kickoff season for many kitchen remodels, bathroom updates and deck repairs, but recent economic turmoil may have homeowners questioning their home improvement plans. Spending on home renovations is expected to slow this year because of factors such as declining home sales and values, rising interest rates, continuing inflation and rumblings of a coming … Read More “Tackling a home remodel in an uncertain economy” »
NOVI, MI – They starred on a fictional show within a huge hit sitcom which ran for 203 episodes from 1991 to 1999. We caught up with “Home Improvement” stars, Richard Karn and Debbe Dunning at Michigan’s biggest comic convention, Motor City Comic Con . The stars who played Al Borland and Heidi are two … Read More “Talking possible ‘Home Improvement’ reboots with ‘Tool Time’s’ Al Borland and Heidi” »
in 1991, Tim Allen had yet to become the household name behind the voice of Toy Story‘s Buzz Lightyear or Saint Nick himself in The Santa Clause. Then he was a standup comedian who had worked his way up to earn his own sitcom. when Home Improvements debuted on ABC on September 17, 1991, audiences … Read More “Does Team Leave Tool Time?” »
STORY CONTINUES BELOW THESE SALTWIRE VIDEOS So much for all the advantages the Maple Leafs brought in Game 1 against the Florida Panthers. Now it’s about getting even. Extra rest, home ice, more power plays and the momentum from their first series win in 19 years all evaporated when the Cats disrupted their system and … Read More “Leafs have lots to work on for Game 2, including home improvement” »
At this time of year, when I share pictures of the daffodils in my garden, in flowers all over the lawn, I always receive emails asking about how it works. So here are a few tips, sharing what I have learned over the years. Why did I plant them in the lawn? When we first … Read More “growing daffodils in my garden” »