But Nov. 25 should be celebrated as an Independence Day of sorts, at least by professional athletes ... and probably their fans as well. That's the now forgotten day that baseball player Curt Flood changed sports in this country more than any athlete since Jackie Robinson.
Follow this four-step plan to arrive at the answer. 1. Ballpark the costs. First, get a handle on how much your remodeling dreams will cost. In general, major upgrades, such as a bathroom remodel or a family-room addition, run $100 to $200 and more per square foot. If youâll be using a design pro or remodeling contractor, discuss your project with them to get a rough idea of costs. 2. Figure out how much you have to spend.
Homeowners should typically plan on spending between 1 and 3 percent of a home's purchase price on regular annual repairs and maintenance. On a $300,000 home, set aside at least $3,000 annually, or $250 from your monthly income, for ongoing home repair in addition to mortgage and property tax payments.Many purchasers also choose to make repairs when first buying a home.stimating how much money to save each month depends on what repairs you'd like to complete after purchasing the home, required repairs you expected to perform in the near future, and the average annual maintenance and repair bills based on the home's age and upkeep.