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Consequences of Renovating Without A Permit
What will happen if you renovate your home without applying for the necessary building permits?
Oct 11, 2021 • Renovation PlanningPros and Cons of Home Renovation vs. Selling Your Home: Which is More Cost-Effective?
Moving and renovating are both stressful events - so how can you decide?
Sep 22, 2021 • Renovation PlanningGeneral Liability Insurance and Construction Bonds
Why your contractor should have these two items before they start your renovation project.
Sep 8, 2021 • Financial AdvicePrioritizing New House Projects: Where to Start?
Read our guide to learn which home remodel projects make the most sense to do first after buying a new home - and why.
Aug 25, 2021 • Renovation PlanningHow Much Does An Inground Pool Cost?
Thinking about an inground pool to add value to your home? Find out the average cost of each type of pool and what options you have to finance one.
Aug 20, 2021 • Financial AdviceFinancing an Inground Pool: Understanding Your Pool Loan Options
There are many ways to finance a pool. Check out our guide to pool loans and understand your options in affording to break ground on the pool of your dreams!
Aug 20, 2021 • Financial AdviceHELOC vs. Home Equity Loan: Which Should You Use for a Renovation?
In this guide, we take a deep-dive into the pros and cons of using a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC) to pay for a renovation.
Aug 17, 2021 • Financial AdviceWhat Is Your Home's After Renovation Value & How Is It Calculated?
Deciding on whether or not to renovate? Learn more about After Renovation Value (ARV), how it’s calculated, and how it affects how much you can borrow with a renovation loan.
Aug 5, 2021 • Financial AdviceAging in Place: Home Improvements for Seniors
In this article, we’ll discuss why seniors wish to age in place, provide several renovation suggestions for safe senior living, and discuss how RenoFi can help finance your home remodeling projects.
Jul 26, 2021 • Renovation PlanningHow to Build Equity in Your Home
Learn how home equity can become your greatest financial asset, and how you can build wealth by increasing the equity in your home.
Jul 13, 2021 • Financial Advice