Tag: home contractors

What Does it Mean to Hire a Licensed, Bonded and Insured Contractor?

Consumer advocates say you should hire repair and remodeling contractors who are “licensed, bonded and insured.” What do those terms mean? And why are they important to you as a homeowner? Triple protection These three provisions protect both the consumer and the contractor.  State law often requires licensing. Electricians and plumbers, for example, are required… Read more »

FAQs for First-Time Homeowners

You’re happily settled in your first home but have come to realize how much you don’t know. Let’s answer some of the most frequently asked questions from first-time homeowners. Q: Which home improvements add the most value? Although your house is an investment, first and foremost it is your home. Don’t view renovations solely with… Read more »