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Home Depot Sticks to Fiscal-Year Guidance. Why That’s a Relief for Investors.

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Home Depot reiterated its fiscal-year guidance.

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continues to see a tough year ahead for the home improvement market, the company said at its latest investor conference, but there’s still a glimmer of hope ahead.

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(ticker: HD) repeated its fiscal-year sales and same-store sales numbers on Tuesday—both declining from 2% to 5% from the year before. It expects earnings per share to fall from 7% to 13%. Operating margin will range between 14.3% and 14.0%.

Last month, the world’s largest home-improvement retailer cut its guidance when it reported first-quarter earnings. The retailer pointed to softening consumer spending—a sentiment management reiterated on Tuesday, calling 2023 a year of “moderating demand.”

“We don’t quite know what the Fed’s posture will be, we don’t quite know what the follow-up form the consumer will be,” said Chief Financial Officer Richard McPhail.

And while McPhail didn’t forecast how

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Tackling a home remodel in an uncertain economy

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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 recession, says Abbe Will, senior research associate with Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies.

As economic growth slows down, planning and prioritizing will be key to remodeling confidently. Here are five tips to help you remodel in an uncertain economy.

Even when the economy is doing well, it’s ideal to have an emergency fund before starting a remodel, says Eric Maldonado, a certified financial planner based in San Luis Obispo, California.

“What you’re trying to avoid is starting with nothing saved, taking out debt to afford these things and not really providing yourself with

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Gen Sustainable Home Improvement Program Wins Top Honors at 2023 SEAL Award

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Gen, Tuesday, May 16, 2023, Press release picture

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By Amanda Davis | Sr. Manager, CR and Environment

Today, Gen™ received SEAL’s 2023 Environmental Initiatives Award for our Sustainable Home Improvement Program (SHIP). SEAL (Sustainability, Environmental Achievement & Leadership) is a top environmental advocacy organization that honors leadership through its business sustainability and environmental journalism awards while funding research and pursuing environmental impact campaigns.

Our Sustainable Home Improvement Program (SHIP) is a benefit we began offering on Earth Day 2022 that provides our colleagues at Gen all over the world cash incentives for home improvement projects that help reduce environmental impacts.

SHIP was born out of the understanding that as our team members shifted to remote work, Gen’s environmental footprint was shifting too. We conceived the program to empower employees to bring home the culture of sustainability they’d helped

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soaking up spring and our may/june magazine

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MFCH MAGAZINE MAY/JUNE
Cover photo by Frederic Ducout

May is one of the busiest moments in my year. The garden needs attention, our MFCH Tours pick up speed and social life here gets busy again after the quieter winter.

My favorite time of the day is when I can finally sit and relax and flip through the MFCH Magazine. The May/June issue is a particular favorite of mine because it is full of beautiful homes and gardens around France in the springtime. Putting our magazine together every two months is rather like making a large, colorful cocktail. We always try to include the right blend of interiors, gardens, recipes and in-depth portraits. It is a privilege for me to have this place to showcase so much of what I love about France.

I’m particularly excited about the home featured on the cover. A mini chateau, renovated by designer Arthur van der Straeten, and

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Cool down in home improvements across Windsor-Essex: MPAC

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A cool down across Windsor-Essex when it comes to home improvements compared to a busy period during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, which tracks property data across the province of Ontario, reports residential home improvement permits decreased by almost 6.8 per cent in 2022 in this area compared to 2021.

These permits were for home improvements including renovations, additions, swimming pools, sheds, garages and decks.

Carmelo Lipsi, MPAC Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, said as a result of COVID-19 restrictions being lifted, people are spending more money on travel and experiences while rising interest rates and borrowing costs have increased prices for construction projects.

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Data showing permits issued for various home improvement categories in communities across Windsor-Essex. (Image provided by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation)

MPAC reports despite the slow down, overall permit activity in this region is mostly above pre-COVID-19 activity.

According to MPAC, the

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Here’s how to earn up to $14K for home improvements

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If you’re looking to upgrade your home, you may be able to save thousands of dollars by taking advantage of the Reduced Inflation Act, which includes tax credits and cash rebates on certain energy-efficient purchases.

When Paul Hope renovated his house, he tried to make eco-friendly choices. That includes switching from a gas stove to an electric stove.

“I’ve always preferred gas cooking, but I know electric and induction cooktops have gotten a lot better over the years and a lot better for the environment,” says Hope.

With funding from Congress, the Reduced Inflation Act means homeowners can take advantage of up to $14,000 in rebates and tax credits to make energy efficiency improvements.

How much you can earn depends on how much you earn, where you live, and what upgrades you make.

If you’re looking to upgrade to a more eco-friendly hob, like Hope does, a discount of up

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Spin-off of HGTV home improvement show is set to start production in Wilmington

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Karen E. Laine and her daughter, Mina Starsiak-Hawk, are the team behind HGTV's

Karen E. Laine and her daughter, Mina Starsiak-Hawk, are the team behind HGTV’s “Good Bones.” A spin-off version of the show is shooting in Wilmington.

A spin-off of HGTV show “Good Bones” is set to begin production in Wilmington.

According to a film permit filed with the city of Wilmington, the show is set to shoot next week at a house at 807 Russell Alley, near Queen and Eighth streets.

“Good Bones” has been running on HGTV since 2016. In the show, typically rundown homes are remodeled, often with stunning results.

How the spin-off might differ from “Good Bones,” which is hosted by Karen E. Laine and her daughter, Mina Starsiak-Hawk, wasn’t immediately apparent. Representatives of High Noon Entertainment of Aurora, Colorado, which filed the permit, did not immediately return calls seeking comment.

This home at 807 Russell Alley in Wilmington is slated to be part of an HGTV home improvement show, according to a film permit filed with the city of Wilmington.

This home at 807 Russell Alley in Wilmington is slated to be part of an HGTV home

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All-Inclusive Home Remodeling Available For Tempe Residents

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Published July 17, 2023

AZ based Phoenix Home Remodeling is making its services available to property owners in Tempe, Arizona. The company has a wealth of experience accommodating the needs of homeowners and investors across the country, and they look forward to helping clients bring their Tempe home remodeling projects to life.

Phoenix Home Remodeling’s services are wide-ranging, and clients are welcome to involve the contractor for all manner of home improvement projects regardless of their scope. The company is just as capable of remodeling an entire interior of a property as they are working on a tile shower remodel. Clients are advised to get in touch if they are considering a remodel on their bathroom, shower, laundry room, kitchen, and other interior spaces.

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In all cases, the client’s preferences and needs come first, and no actions are taken without their enthusiastic approval. Phoenix Home Remodeling explains that

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Interior Designers Reveal Their Top Dos and Don’ts of Home Renovations

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Whether you save up cash or take out a home equity loan, successful home renovations are all about making every dollar count. Projects that don’t justify the investment rob you of the increased home value a more cost-conscious makeover might have delivered.

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Learn: 3 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000

It all starts with dedicating your dollars to projects that tend to pay homeowners back and avoid the ones that don’t. Here’s a look at home renovations with a strong record of pulling their weight in added value — and a few you should skip — according to experts.

A Few Hundred in Landscaping Costs Can Add Thousands in Curb Appeal

One of the most straightforward and affordable in-home projects that can add serious bang for the buck actually

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“Home Improvement” Star Zachery Ty Bryan Accused of Scamming Investors

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  • Former actor Zachery Ty Bryan is accused of pocketing $50,000 as part of a crypto scam.
  • The four people told The Hollywood Reporter that Bryan promised to invest their money.
  • However, they say they have yet to see a return.

Former “Home Improvement” star Zachery Ty Bryan is accused of taking people’s money as part of a cryptocurrency scam, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Bryan’s profile has resurfaced years after his popular show ended in 1999 after an arrest in 2020 that led to a charge of felony strangulation. He is best known for his role as Brad Taylor on “Home Improvement,” where he acted alongside stars Tim Allen and Jonathan Taylor Thomas.

Now, four people who said they gave money to Bryan to buy digital

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