Friday, February 14, 2014

Improvements to increase the home’s value

Many homeowners are finding it difficult to resell their houses because of the economic slump. A number of them have already put off the sale for the time being. This less friendly economic climate should not stop them from making enhancements to their homes. The right home improvement projects ensure a return on investment, if not a profit.

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 Kitchen remodeling 

The kitchen is considered an important part of a home. It is of little surprise then that kitchen remodeling can be a focal point of a home project to increase value. In fact, an HGTV research shows that kitchen remodeling can recoup somewhere between 60 to 120 percent of the expenses when done right.

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Make sure, though, that the look of the kitchen does not veer away from the style of the rest of the house. At times, all it takes is a fresh coat of paint and a few accents to improve its look. One can also invest in energy-efficient appliances as most prospective homeowners are looking to save up on utility costs.

Room conversion 

Reinventing a room can become very expensive. It is always a good idea then to carefully plan first what the room will be converted to. Basement and attics can be converted to additional bedrooms or an office space. More and more homeowners are converting garages into studio apartments they rent out. A return on this investment can range between 50 to 80 percent.

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