Yesterday's USA Today reported that Home Remodeling has been on the rise. And, if you think about it, it makes sense. For homeowners who needed more space, wanted to down-size, or were just tired of their home, selling their house and moving made a lot of sense...... "way back when".
However, in our current market, many homeowners are choosing to stay with what they have. Instead they have chosen to Update, ReDesign or Remodel their home.
Using this time wisely, a homeowner can make improvements that will not only give them a renewed love of their home but could also help them when they do decide to sell their home in the future.
USA Today's article listed 4 things to consider before Remodeling:
1.What improvements will give you the biggest BANG for your buck.
2. How do you plan to finance your project(s)?
3. Are you covered either with insurance protection while the work is being done and increased coverage if you are building an addition. And, will you meet current building codes and standards.
4. Consider cost-saving projects that may not be as visible as new granite in the kitchen but will still add to the value of the home. These could be projects such as updating wiring and plumbing in older homes or installing energy saving windows or heating and cooling units If you live anywhere in Florida and have a home built before current hurricane codes you might consider impact resistant glass or hurricane shutters.
A Professional Home Stager can help you with the first point! Because we work with Sellers to help them sell their homes, we see what is important to Buyers. We consult with their Realtors to ascertain what the "hot buttons" are for their pricepoint and neighborhoods.
A Home Stager can provide a Consultation that will give you a plan of action for your projects. What paint colors will work now and yet still work when you sell your house? Are there pieces that can be re-purposed or re-positioned? Carpet vs Tile vs wood floors? New cabinets or paint and new hardware instead?
Here's more information on the Top 12 DIY Home Improvements for Sellers.
Put the "WOW" factor back into your home.. your wallet will thank you later!
