If you’re getting started on the path to a remodeling project in your home, you could be feeling excited, nervous, stressed, and probably a mix of all of these. These feeling are understandable. A change to your home, especially one that is a considerable investment, can lead to a lot of emotions. While talking about the cost may be awkward at first, you can allow yourself to be more excited than anxious if you follow a few simple steps so you know exactly what you and your finances are getting into. To calculate how much of a remodel you can afford, follow these four steps: