Home Stories: Renovation
Remodel Budget & Cost Tracker
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Plan, track, and organize home renovation projects from kitchen remodels to garden improvements. Features include PDF export, iCloud sync, real-time collaboration, budget tracking, and photo documentation.
What's New in Home Stories
1.9.5
July 15, 2026
A sync fix that protects your edits. • iCloud sync no longer loses your edit when you and someone you share a project with change it at the same time. Your change is now merged onto the newest version from the cloud and saved, instead of being quietly dropped.
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FAQ
What is Home Stories used for?
Home Stories is a comprehensive tool designed to help you plan, track, and organize all aspects of your home renovation projects. It covers everything from initial planning and budgeting to tracking expenses and documenting progress with photos.
Can I share my projects with others using Home Stories?
Yes, Home Stories allows you to share projects with family, contractors, and partners. It supports real-time collaboration on shared projects, ensuring everyone stays updated.
Does Home Stories work offline?
Yes, Home Stories is designed to work 100% offline, meaning you can access and manage your projects without an internet connection. All your data is stored securely on your device.
What kind of reports can I generate with Home Stories?
You can create professional PDF reports with hero covers, exporting complete projects or specific sections. These reports are useful for sharing progress with contractors or for your own records.
How does Home Stories help with budgeting?
Home Stories features smart budget tracking with visual charts comparing budget versus actual costs. It automatically calculates expenses and allows you to track materials, labor, and contractor costs, with options to export financial summaries.
Is Home Stories available on multiple devices?
Yes, Home Stories syncs projects across all your Apple devices using iCloud. This ensures your project data is consistent whether you're using an iPhone or another compatible Apple device.
What are the Live Activities and Widgets features in Home Stories?
Live Activities allow you to see your budget progress ring or upcoming tasks on your Lock Screen. Widgets provide quick access to project information directly from your Home Screen, and Dynamic Island timer support is available on compatible iPhones.
How often is Home Stories updated?
The latest version of Home Stories is 1.9.0, and it was last updated on May 14, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support for the application.