"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Once upon a time, basements were just used for storage, laundry, and heating. But nowadays, a finished ...

Spooky basements are the main hub of activity in many older homes -- but not in new ones. Contemporary basements are more likely to be the scene of raucous football parties than disgruntled spirits.

Basement finishing in West Hartford is increasingly viewed as a practical way to adapt existing homes to changing household needs. Lower-level areas that once served primarily as storage or utility ...