Business-RealEstate-Law » Home Improvement http://www.business-realestate-law.com/blog Just another WordPress weblog Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:45:02 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Recession or Not, Californians Are Still Inspired to Remodel Their Homes http://www.business-realestate-law.com/blog/recession-or-not-californians-are-still-inspired-to-remodel-their-homes/ http://www.business-realestate-law.com/blog/recession-or-not-californians-are-still-inspired-to-remodel-their-homes/#comments Fri, 12 Jun 2009 18:31:51 +0000 sandiegolawfirm http://www.business-realestate-law.com/blog/?p=25 Is it really the warm California weather that’s motivating homeowners to remodel? A posting on Earthtimes.org speculates that our climate may be keeping California’s home improvement industry relatively strong during the recession, since warmer months tend to boost home remodeling projects and California has a long warm weather season. Jason Larson, president of Lars Construction, a top San Diego remodeling company and San Diego Law Firm client, recently noted in an interview with Professional Remodeler that even during the current recession they’ve been scheduling more appointments than average. Weather theories aside, people may be remodeling to help make their homes more competitive on the market. If you’re planning on improving your home, you may want to think about how you can green your house in the process. Cost savings and sustainable materials may attract more buyers, or lower your own costs even if you’re not selling your home. A Forbes.com article by Matt Woolsey lists “10 Recession-Proof Home Improvements,” including eco-friendly options like bamboo countertops and cork flooring.

The government is also doing its part to encourage energy saving improvements. You can find information on California and San Diego sponsored incentives and rebates, plus federal tax credits, on the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency’s (DSIRE) website. Your remodeling company may even be able to get some supplies at a lower cost because of the recession, creating a great opportunity for many homeowners to save money. Whatever your motivation is, remember to choose a skilled remodeler that you can depend on to use the best practices, since the goal is always to make the most of your home investment. If you need help resolving any legal issues with your real estate, such as lien or inheritance problems, contact San Diego Law Firm at (619) 794-0243.

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