Thinking about remodeling your home? You're not alone. Rising home values and favorable interest rates over the last decade have allowed homeowners to tap into equity in order to upgrade their property. Within the four quarters, homeowners spent over $160 billion on home improvements, according to the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. So where do you begin? Here are a few things to consider. First, determine the motivation behind your remodeling. Is it to add more space, modernize, improve energy efficiency or increase your home's resale value? Perhaps it is (4 comments)