One of the most important decisions a homeowner can make before undergoing renovations is hiring the right builder or contractor for the job. Asking the right questions upfront can save you time, money, and headaches later down the road. We spoke with Revive founder and CEO, Michael Alladawi, who brings years of experience as a former builder to the table. With his insight, we've compiled a list of 20 questions to ask before hiring a renovation builder or contractor.

As a homeowner, there may come a time when you find yourself at a crossroads– when your current home no longer meets your needs. When this happens, it leaves you with three options: renovate your existing home, find a new home, or build the home of your dreams from scratch. When faced with this choice there is a lot to consider, including your budget, the emotional attachment tied to your current home, and future plans. In this article, we focus on two of the options: whether or not it’s cheaper to renovate your current home or build a new house from the ground up – and the answer isn’t as black and white as you may think.