The son of wealthy publisher Malcolm Forbes, Steve Forbes graduated from Princeton in 1970 and joined the family business, eventually becoming president and chief executive officer of its publisher, Forbes Inc. and editor-in-chief of Forbes Magazine.
1 The size and materials of the house will also be a factor for the price of lifting the house. 2  On average, the cost of lifting a home can be anywhere between $9,000 and $40,000. 3  The larger the home, the more expensive this process will be.
A stair lift can also be used to transport groceries, laundry or other items up and down stairs. Typical costs: For a straight staircase with no landings or turns, Internet prices start around $1,000-$2,500. Generally these models are designed for fairly complex do-it-yourself installation. From dealers, stair lifts for standard straight staircases average $2,000-$5,000, which usually includes installation.