October 19th, 2020

Remodeling your home is a costly and exhausting effort. Your investments can feel extraordinarily massive—especially if you just want to sell the home and move somewhere else. You might now want to pay for remodeling, but sometimes these jobs can save you more money in the long run.
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Adding new features and quality of life improvements can make your home pleasant to potential buyers. A good remodeling job can enhance your home’s positives—grabbing buyer’s attention right away. If you are interested in selling your home, here are the ways a nice remodel may help you out.

Improve Structural Integrity

Depending on where you live, your home may appear old and outdated. While the design itself may lead buyers away, it can also be a sign of a deeper problem. Your home should have perfect structural integrity before you sell it. If the home does not appear safe or has cracks in walls and doors, you will have a difficult time selling it.
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Consider having an auditor analyze the integrity of your home. They can instruct you on what to improve so you don’t make remodeling mistakes and amplify any problems. Remember that your home’s function should be just as important as its design.

Add Outdoor Features

Some families may be looking for quality of life features out in the yard—one of the most common being a deck. There are many ways a deck can improve your standard of living and your home values. They can be used to hold parties or other gatherings in the summer, and encourage people to spend more time outside.
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Other people might want a nice patio, a basketball court, or a swimming pool. While these are not necessities, they can add value to your property and encourage buyers to take the plunge. Consider adding any of these features to raise the value of your home.

Improve Curb Appeal

​Despite what you may think, curb appeal is important when selling your house. Buyers want to envision what their “ideal” home would look like. If the outside of your house is not aesthetically pleasing, you may want to invest in outdoor remodeling.
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The yard frames your home in the proper light, so make sure to tend your grass and flower beds. Fix any broken roof panels and window panes at the very least. Giving the exterior of your home a classy, modern look can help it get sold faster. It will be the envy of the losing bidders.

Complete Your Unfinished Rooms

By completing unfinished rooms in your home, you will naturally raise the value of your home by a lot. The last thing new buyers want to deal with when picking out their home is DIY work.
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By finishing up the rooms, you not only ensure that your home will be sold faster, but you can get a better price for it. Check online to figure out how much the construction process will cost you. In most cases, the investment will be worth it.

Improve Energy Efficiency

Your home’s energy usage is another thing that will add value when you decide to sell. There are several ways you can monitor your home’s energy expenditure. Consider making a personal energy checklist. Look at your home’s insulation, check any walls or windows for cracks, and seal them up when applicable.

You also might want to have an energy auditor inspect your lights and wiring to make sure they are up to date. Even if you are not planning on moving, this can save you a lot of money from wasted electricity. Check out other key ways you can maximize your home’s efficiency.

Match New Trends

Matching your home’s exterior and interior with current popular housing trends is one way your home’s value can skyrocket. Wall colors are one feature that is incredibly important. Your walls should remain a neutral color to not scare away potential buyers from the investment.
If you are unsure what the popular trends are, consider talking with an interior designer. Trends change over time, and are relative to the neighborhood you live in. You might want to communicate with your realtor or auditor to see what trends people are constantly looking for in their home pursuits. Check online and see what is popular.

Fix Safety Concerns

Another thing you should keep in mind is the safety of your home. While this could be an issue of structural integrity, there may be other aspects of your home buyers are concerned about. Taking care of these will help raise your property value.
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Unkempt yards and trees can become hazardous, especially in rain or snowstorms. You could have an unregulated black mold problem, which can be deadly if not sorted out. In rare cases, you might have a pest infestation. Fixing these major issues can be key to keeping your home safe and inhabitable.

Add New Appliances

Your home might be in great shape overall, but you might have problems selling it if your appliances are not in good condition. Installing a new dishwasher, oven, or sink will make your home more attractive to investors. You might not want to go overboard and invest if the appliances work. In these cases, you should try deep cleaning to see if the quality holds up.

The resale value of your home will likely increase after buying new appliances. Make sure they are good-quality and are presentable for guests. Choose brands that are recognizable that will make people want to buy.

Remodeling your home takes many different forms. While the most obvious ones involve reconstructing, redecorating, and replacing, you do not have to do that all the time. Instead, consider putting effort into maintenance into what you already have.
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Deep clean your carpets and home appliances and find ways to accentuate the positives of your home. Add work into your yard and outdoor features. By doing these things and keeping up with the current trends of décor, you will increase your home’s value.

If you’re ready to remodel your home, contact us to get a free quote!