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        "text": "Interior remodeling focuses on altering the layout, function, and finishes inside your existing living space, whereas a home addition physically expands your home's exterior footprint or height. With interior remodeling, changes like removing walls, converting to open-concept floor plans, or finishing a basement optimize the space already under your roof. A practical tradeoff is that interior remodels avoid foundation excavation and exterior framing costs, making them faster and generally more budget-friendly. However, if your home cannot support your required layout without taking away needed rooms, an addition such as a bump-out, primary suite expansion, or second-story build may be necessary.",
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        "description": "An interior remodel modifies spaces within your existing footprint, while a home addition builds new square footage outward or upward."
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  "description": "An interior remodel modifies spaces within your existing footprint, while a home addition builds new square footage outward or upward."
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