Ways to Improve your Home Value
Thursday, July 20, 2006
Kitchen Remodeling: there are home improvement shows dedicated just to the kitchen! The kitchen has become the heart of the home and everyone wants to refurbish or expand theirs. They want natural stone counters, comfortable and easy-to-maintain floors, new cabinets and hardware, and new appliances. Studies have shown that a kitchen remodel usually guarantees the best return on investment and is the best way to improve the value of the house.
Bathroom Remodeling: homeowners want to pamper themselves in state-of-the-art master bathrooms. They want space, beautiful appointments, and whirlpool tubs. If there is room for a separate shower and toilet, that's a bonus.
First Impressions: when it comes to increasing home value, everything thinks of the interior first. But your "curb appeal" is what makes the first impression for everyone who comes to your home - whether it's the dreaded mother-in-law visit or your first visitor during an open house. It's important to cut back overgrown bushes and trees, add landscaping, new sod, and adding a sprinkler system to take care of it all.
New Replacement Windows: not only are new windows easier to clean but they usually pay for themselves in about 5 years. Your old wood windows that have expanded and contracted endlessly each season are letting out your heat and air conditioning. New windows always add to the value of any home for aesthetic reasons, environmental reasons, and financial reasons. What's not to love?
A New Roof: a new, strong roof tells everyone that this home is protected. It will prevent Mother Nature from wreaking havoc on the rest of the home. The new roof and gutters will push water away from the foundation. The new vents will help regulate temperature inside, saving money on utility bills. And it looks pretty darn good, too.
With an unstable real estate market and rising interest rates, many are choosing to stay put for now and choosing to improve the value of their home. When the time is right to sell again, make sure your home is ready to get you the most bang for your buck!
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