Home Improvements as Smart Investments
Percentage of your investment
that is recouped at resale*
150% Remodeled Kitchen
A kitchen update can reward a seller with a sizable payback. Just remember, though, splurging on fancy finishing materials or sophisticated equipment may cut into your profit. Keep it simple.
100% Revitalized Lawn and Garden
A verdant lawn and a modest, but colorful flowerbed will entice potential buyers. The few hundred dollars invested my yield several thousand in profit.
100% Fireplace
Especially if it's energy-efficient, such as a gas-powered model, a fireplace holds the promise of cozy family gatherings around the warmth of the hearth.
90% Second Bath
All it takes is a simple 5x9-foot second bath to make mornings more civilized for most families. This is not an "extra" today, but a must-have for buyers.
80% Room addition
For the most attractive return of your investment dollars later, the added room should be today's popular family room or a third bedroom.
70% Remodeled Bath
A master bath is on many buyer's wish lists, so invest here. If you own only one bath, install two sinks or a double vanity to handle the morning crowd.
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