Interest in big home improvement projects is waning. That’s one takeaway from Home Depot’s uninspired first-quarter results. “The size of the projects are getting a bit smaller,” Home Depot (HD) CEO Ted Decker told analysts on the company’s first quarter earnings call Monday. “It could be that the project [are] being deferred or it could … Read More “Home Depot’s lackluster Q1 shows that the remodeling boom is over” »
A new program which will allow Stettler residents to make home improvements and pay for the renovations over time on their taxes is another step closer to reality after the May 2 council meeting. Following a public hearing during the council meeting, where no submissions were received or presented either for or against the proposed … Read More “Stettler home improvement program entering final stages of approvals” »
Gladiathor/iStock via Getty Images Investment Thesis Flooring & Decoration (NYSE:FND) is a hard-surface flooring retailer and distributor of commercial flooring with 191 warehouse-format stores and six small design studios in 33 states. With an experienced management team, the company lays out expansion plans to drive future store base growth by 20% per year. This gave … Read More “Flooring & Decor: Becoming The Next Home Improvement Retail Giant (NYSE:FND)” »
After a beautiful week with the home stuffed with three generations combined in collectively, I am lastly sitting down and pulling collectively my ideas and concepts for this 12 months’s finish and hopefully a contented new 12 months for all of us. Do you continue to make New 12 months’s resolutions? I am sorry to … Read More “sixty five bathroom decorating ideas” »
When it comes to home improvements, the reason for summer projects is likely to fall into one of two categories. Either you’re intending to complete projects that make sense to finalize in warm weather like painting, or you’re hoping to get tasks completed before it’s too cold out like fixing shingles. Summer is also the … Read More “Home improvement projects to tackle in the summer time” »
I’m excited to tell you about a new book, called French Blooms, published by my dear friend, Sandra Sigman. French Blooms shares Sandra’s love of flowers, and illustrates her inspiration that comes in large part from the time she spent living in France. Creating a book is an adventure. From outlining the concept to the … Read More “french blooms: shooting photos for a book” »
Ah, summertime. The perfect time of year to hang by the pool or relax on the beach and spend your evenings grilling up a storm. Whether you’re a self-proclaimed pitmaster or new to the world of barbecue, having nifty gadgets on hand can make your time spent grilling much easier (and more enjoyable). Even better? … Read More “10 Barbecue Accessories Experts Buy Over (and Over) From Amazon” »