Can you add a bay window to an existing house?

• <div><p>Yes, you can install a bay window in an existing house. You’ll need to have a structural engineer draw up plans to add the necessary support to your exterior load-bearing walls and a general contractor to make the changes to the framing around the new wall opening. This will cost an average of $3,000. After that work is done, a window installer can set the new bay window in place. </p></div>

Are renovations to a home office tax deductible?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/are-home-office-renovations-tax-deductible.htm">Home office renovations are tax deductible</a> in certain circumstances. First, you must be eligible to take a deduction for your home office. From a federal tax standpoint, you must be a business owner or self-employed to take this deduction. If you are an employee working from home, you cannot take the home office tax deduction federally. (If you pay state income taxes, some states do allow this deduction.) If you are eligible to take a home office deduction, you should be able to take deductions for your home office renovation. </p></div>

What are home modifications I should consider to make my home more accessible?

• <div><p>To make your home more accessible, think about <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-installs-stair-lifts.htm">installing a stair lift</a> for smooth transport between floors or a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-installs-home-elevators.htm">home elevator for easy access</a> in multi-floor homes. Widening doorways helps wheelchairs navigate with ease while grab bars in bathrooms and hallways offer essential support. Consider replacing traditional door knobs with lever handles, which are much easier to use, especially for those with limited hand strength. Whether you tackle small changes or larger renovations, these upgrades can turn your home into a welcoming space for everyone.</p></div>

What’s the difference between mid-century modern and farmhouse?

• <div><p>Mid-century modern and farmhouse design are similar in that they focus on simple yet beautiful design, but the difference is that mid-century modern tends to include bolder colors and more striking furniture design. You’ll see more geometric shapes and curves in furniture with mid-century modern and a more rustic, rigid look with farmhouse design that feels a bit less playful. Farmhouse design also lends itself more to neutral colors and earthy tones, while mid-century modern can also include bold yellows, oranges, greens, and reds. </p></div>

Will a home lose some value if I remove the fireplace?

• <div><p>Typically, a home that has a functioning fireplace will be worth more to a buyer than the exact same home without a fireplace. Having a fireplace is a desirable feature among many home buyers. However, if your fireplace is in poor shape or needs extensive repairs at the time you are trying to sell the home, it may end up detracting from the home’s value in the eyes of buyers, making removal an option worth considering.</p></div>