How to Increase Your Home's Value

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Ways to Increase Your Home's Value

Project (average cost recouped, national) according to Realtor Magazine

Minor Kitchen remodel (88%)

Bathroom remodel (85%)

Major kitchen remodel (81%)

Family room addition (80%)

Deck addition (77%)

Master suite (75%)

Attic bedroom (74%)

Siding replacement (73%)

Window replacement (69%)

Home office (55%)

Other projects that may increase your home’s value include: Sprinkler system; substantial out buildings: jacuzzi (4 jets or more); permanent hot tub; in-ground pool; security system and vaulted ceilings. These may not add value to your house: above-ground pool; ceiling fans; garden pond and light fixtures.

l Remodel with mass appeal in mind and your home will sell quicker.

l Use durable, quality materials and craftsmanship, no one likes poor quality work. GOOD LUCK!

l Keep the value of your property within 15 to 20 percent of your neighbors’.