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How To Improve The Value Of Your Home With A Few Renovations

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Real Estate Technology with Husky Marketing

The home is the largest investment that a number of people make during their lifetime. The importance of maintaining a home is so you can get the best price possible. Not all renovations need to improve the price of your home as some simply might be a boost to your current lifestyle. Assessing which renovations need to be made along with getting a realistic budget together is the first step. The following are renovations that can improve your home’s value over the course of time. 

Revamp The Kitchen

The kitchen is the area where most families congregate whether they intend to or not. Food is the main reason people tend to accumulate in the ki8tchen. Extra counter space is always something a kitchen could use which can easily be solved by the addition of a movable island. Prep times will decrease and the person that does most of the cooking will appreciate the additional space they have to prepare meals.  

Outdoor Space Matters 

The outdoor space of a home can turn a home into a haven of entertainment. Adding a pool is not possible everywhere due to the weather being too cold during parts of the year. A nice deck with a grill that you have can allow for backyard barbeques which are a staple of American summers. The best aspect of entertainment outdoors is you do not have to worry about the inside of your home becoming dirty. We all have those guests that bring their nightmare children that always seem to leave a huge stain before they depart. 

Refinish The Bathrooms

Bathroom finishing in Virginia Beach or your area can completely change the energy in the bathroom. The bathroom doesn’t need to be completely gutted in order to make it look as good as new. Refinishing a tub or bathroom tile is far more affordable than trying to do an entire renovation. Take the time to get estimates from different refinishing companies to see which align with your budget and the quality of work you need to be done. Even flooring in the home can be refinished rather than putting in new tile or wood. 

Finish Your Basement 

Finishing the basement can really open up a home in terms of living space. The basement is traditionally used for storage especially when it is unfinished. A finished basement can act as a bedroom or even an in-law suite if there is a separate entrance. Entertainment space in the basement is usually a great option due to the sound insulation. Take the time to list out the potential possibilities for the basement as you might find you have a few you love. Adding a bathroom to the basement can also make it a perfect home office especially that people are working remotely more than ever. 

 

Improving the value of your home while improving your quality of life in the home is a win-win situation. Take time to put together a budget for improvements that will truly make daily life better.

Eric Bouler
Gardner Realtors, Licensed in La. - New Orleans, LA
Listening to your Needs

You correct with making the place look and be better. I had a friend come to fix things up and he was cheaper. He did electrict,plumber and painted. He was much cheaper....It really helped...

Jul 16, 2021 08:26 AM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

I agree, the outside matters.  It always surprises me how many houses do not utilize their outdoor space. 

Jul 16, 2021 08:33 AM
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Hello Tommy Wyher very good report about how to improve the value of a home with a few renovations.

Jul 16, 2021 08:53 PM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Great information.  Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful day!

Sep 28, 2021 07:35 AM