How to Increase Your Home's Value:
When getting ready to sell most people don't know where to focus. Generally, the biggest bang for your buck is going to be in the kitchen and bathrooms. There are always other areas of the home that can be updated or have something unique that provides value but the kitchen is the heart of the home and where most time is spent socializing, gathering, and preparing meals. Every home is unique and has it's own unique selling points but if you are getting ready to sell, the kitchen is a great place to start. When doing updates to your home it's important to consider if you are doing them for your own enjoyment or for resale value. You don't want to overspend in areas of the house where you may not get your investment back if you're considering selling in the near future. Below is a list by project and projected recoup costs to give you an idea if you're considering it.
Project (average cost recouped, national) according to Realtor Magazine:
Minor kitchen remodel (88%)
Bathroom remodel (85%)
Major kitchen remodel (81%)
Family room addition (80%)
Deck addition (77%)
Master suite (75%)
Attic bedroom (74%)
Siding replacement (73%)
Window replacement (69%)
Home office (55%)
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