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.
Tips. 1  In most cases, you should consider buying a home only when you plan to stay somewhere for several years. 2  The cost of your home -- including taxes, maintenance and other costs -- should not exceed 28% of your monthly income.or most people, a house is the biggest purchase they will make in their lives, one they will pay off for years, even decades, to come. But spending too much on a house could leave you with little money for other goals in life, such as retirement, college funds and vacation.