Renovations that add value to your property.

Making a house a home is the goal of every homeowner. Some spend a lifetime making improvements and installing upgrades, but in terms of resale value, which home renovations are actually worth in the investment?

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The kitchen and bathrooms should be on top of the list when considering home improvement. Kitchens are the common gathering place for families and home buyers usually give this room special attention. Consider upgrading appliances and countertops. If the kitchen is adjacent to a den, consider knocking down a wall. Similarly, bathrooms are also on the spotlight during open house viewings. You can never go wrong by replacing the toilet and sink with newer ones. Tubs, on the other hand, can be more expensive and some settle for a simple reglazing.

 

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Upgrades for boosting the house’s energy efficiency are huge attractions among potential buyers. They want to hear that they will be cutting gas and electricity costs when they move to your house. In keeping with the bathroom and kitchen upgrades, you can choose low-flow water fixtures that save water. Consider triple-panning your windows because this keeps the heat inside and prevents outside elements and ravaging weather from seeping in. This can have a tremendous impact on the cost of maintaining airconditioning and heating systems.

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Home renovations are costly. While you should consider your personal tastes and needs, you also have to consider the return on investments on the upgrades.

Peter Vekselman is a Georgia-based real estate consultant whose market expertise aids buyers and sellers land the best real estate deals. More information and pictures on value-adding homes can be found on this page.