Avoid Moving-Day Surprises

If you’re looking to make home improvements this year, it’s always helpful to know what to prioritize in order to get the most bang for your buck.

Which Project Recoups The Most Money When Selling Your Home?

Minor Kitchen Remodel (81%)
The highest return on your investment is to moderately update the kitchen. Examples of this are refinishing cabinet faces, installing a wall oven or replacing the countertops.

Bathroom Addition (72%)
Nowadays, everyone wants their own space. An extra bathroom is a great selling point. Even if it’s small, it’s still there and still usable.

Bathroom Remodel (71%)
Right below an addition, is a remodeling job on an existing bathroom. This may include updating the toilet, sink, counter top or tiling.

Family-Room Addition (71%)
As more homeowners seek refuge and quiet in their homes, the family room adds that space and comfort. More and more families rank a family room as a must for a quiet spot or casual entertaining.

Major Kitchen Remodel (70%)
If your kitchen is outdated, this is a project you should strongly consider if you’re selling your home anytime soon. The kitchen is one of the first impressions a home makes to a prospective buyer.

 

 

If it’s outdated, the house sells slower.

Master Suite (68%)
Once the kids come, mom and dad are looking for a place to escape for some peace and quite. If you have young children, you understand how this could be important for prospective buyers.

Attic Bedroom (65%)
On the flip side is the family who has teenagers. They want their space and you want a lower decibel level of music. The attic bedroom is the perfect solution.

Window Replacement (56%)
This is a relatively inexpensive improvement for the amount you recoup. If your windows are old or inefficient, replacing them can not only add value, but it will also improve your heating and air conditioning bills.

Deck Addition (54%)
Enjoying the great outdoors is high on most prospective buyer’s list. A deck is a popular addition that adds value and entertaining space.

It’s also important to plan your financing for the new project. Many homeowners make the mistake of obtaining financing through their home improvement store, local bank or credit card. To do this may cost you thousands of dollars in extra interest. To help you save money, make sure you contact me to check out any financing options prior to construction. As always, I’m here to help!