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Homeowners have many different options when renovation costs exceed their savings, but they don’t need to put off crucial work when they can’t afford it right away. Lines of credit and credit cards are common options, though the often exorbitant interest rates make these tough choices. If you already have a mortgage, the last thing you probably want is another thing to pay off.

To avoid adding new avenues of debt to your life, there are several options you have when looking to work renovations into the mortgage, both for soon-to-be and existing homeowners.  

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You don’t get a remodel or renovation without at least a little “renovation stress”. For many homeowners, it’s a necessary evil you have to go through to get the room you want. While we can’t eliminate all the stress, here are some tips that will make the renovation process smoother, more organized, and much less stressful!

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You might think that only major renovations require building permits – you know, a project like building an addition on the home. But that’s not true, and many homeowners might be surprised to learn that permits from the city are required for smaller jobs, too. This includes finishing basements!

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Retaining walls are often the unsung heroes of landscaping; they are built around so many homes, schools, and commercial areas that they often escape the notice of many people. It’s possible that you could use one on your property, too, and this realization might not hit you until it’s absolutely necessary – which could mean it’s too late!

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