Home renovations often hide unexpected costs beyond initial estimates. From material markups to vague warranties and surprise fees, contractors profit from homeowners' lack of industry knowledge. Learn to spot the hidden expenses before signing any contract.
Across America, communities are bypassing traditional utilities to build cleaner, more resilient local energy systems through community choice programs and microgrids. This grassroots movement faces regulatory battles but is reshaping who controls the power—literally.
Artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping insurance from risk assessment to claims processing, creating more personalized pricing while raising important questions about privacy, bias, and the evolving role of human expertise in an increasingly automated industry.
Home renovations often come with unexpected expenses beyond initial quotes. From permit fees and material markups to waste disposal and change orders, discover the hidden costs contractors rarely highlight upfront and how to protect your budget.
Utilities are quietly reshaping America's energy future through regulatory battles over rates, solar fees, and grid planning. While clean energy costs plummet, traditional power companies fight to protect their business models in hearing rooms where the real decisions get made.