The city of Troy is celebrating a new home improvement program. The program will use $1.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding to give eligible homeowners $20,000 toward home improvements.

Different types of grants are available at the federal, state, and local levels, such as the Weatherization Assistance Program and Eldercare. Eligibility requirements vary — you may need to meet ...

When financing a home improvement project, you have several options. You might choose a personal loan, a home equity loan, or, if you’re buying a fixer-upper, a ...