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Even if you're handy or have a relative who is a contractor, house maintenance and upkeep can be costly; how costly depends on various factors. Barbara Buchholz explains how to determine these future costs.

Determining Future Costs: Maintenance and Upkeep

Landscaping and Hardscaping

Building Your Renovation Team

Doing Your Final Walk-Through

A Multi-Family Building

Change Orders: How They Affect Your Budget


	Landscaping and Hardscaping Lisa Skolnik explains how hardscape (porches, patios, etc.) and landscape can help increase your home's value. Assessing Your Needs vs. Your Wants Do It Yourself or Hire a Pro?


	Doing Your Final Walk-Through Do you know what to check on your final walk-through of the property you're about to buy? Barbara Buchholz explains the purpose of your final walk-through, what to look for, and what to keep in mind. The Closing Timeline What to Expect on Closing Day


	Buy fresh herbs and plant them outside. Liven up your meals by adding fresh herbs from your own garden. See archived tips
	Be Ready to Bid Ilyce Glink is the bestselling author of 100 Questions Every First Time Home Buyer Should Ask, and is the Managing Editor of Right at Home Daily.
	Handy tips and tools formatted for your printer or PDA.
	Understanding the Home Inspection Report Don't underestimate the importance of a home inspection. Samuel Tamkin explains how to read the report and suggests ways to get the most from it.

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