Handyman Connection's 8 Handy House Upgrades That Boost Resale Value
(firmenpresse) - CINCINNATI, OH -- (Marketwired) -- 08/27/13 -- Realtors, house flippers and even economists all agree: when it comes to selling your house, time is money. And the more time it takes for your house to sell, the less likely it is that you'll receive your asking price.(1) Which is why it pays (you) to unleash your creative side and make home upgrades that will boost the appearance and appeal of your house in the current market. has gone one step further for you and is excited to share a list of upgrades which not only increase the marketability of your home but also increase the value of your home. These worthwhile remodeling investments can be completed in a timely manner by your local and ensure major resale returns!
Exterior Enhancements That Elevate Value
If you're working on a limited budget and need to choose between interior and exterior enhancements, experts suggest that it's best to start with the exterior. Exterior give buyers a favorable impression of the home before they even step inside. This is especially important as more and more buyers are making preliminary visits to houses even before visiting with a realtor. Here are some you could follow:
Entryways, front doors, and garage doors are a focal point for visitors entering your home, so the sharper they look, the more excited buyers will be to see the interior. Plus, replacing a garage door, on average about $1,200, can generate an average resale value of $2,064!
Cleaning up and landscaping your yard is a fairly inexpensive update that improves the overall appearance of your house's exterior environment. Landscaping increases the invitingness of your home, whereas lifeless and drooping plants can repel buyers. While Handyman Connection doesn't offer landscaping, they highly recommend that homeowners looking to sell indulge in this aesthetically pleasing value-adder.
Though replacing a roof is generally an expensive endeavor, and not one of the services that Handyman Connection provides, it also leads to big monetary returns. The average reroofing cost ($20,000) can lead to over $30,000 in resale value!
Exterior paint freshens up the appearance of a house and gives it modernity and that very sought after curb appeal. This home improvement project is also one of the most recommended updates by realtors as it greatly improves a buyer's first impression of the residence.(2) If you can't make any other home improvements, the best option is to invest in some paint.
Interior Investments That Increase Your Asking Price
Though well-crafted exterior entice potential buyers to visit the house, interior improvements turn those potential buyers into new homeowners. These upgrades are known for impressing home buyers at reasonable costs to the seller.
Wood flooring is currently one of the most popular, if not THE most popular flooring option for homeowners. But when it comes to resale value, it isn't necessary to go for a custom hardwood option. Laminate flooring for a 1,200 square foot home, which costs about $4,000, has an average resale value of $8,400!
In addition to giving a home a cleaner, sleeker appearance, in light, classic colors makes every room in your home feel larger and more open.
Though a kitchen remodel is a costly , it also has the potential to significantly increase your resale value. Kitchens and bathrooms are the most important rooms for potential buyers and therefore deserve attention when it comes to upgrades.(3)
New Kitchen Counters - Cost = $5,000; Resale Value = $8,600
New Kitchen Cabinets - Cost = $870; Resale Value = $1,496
New Appliances (stove, dishwasher and refrigerator) - Cost = $4,000; Resale Value $6,640
Even if your bathroom fixtures and cabinets are a bit older, updating the tile will give the entire space a bright, clean finish. If you would like to do a more complete consider upgrading your guest bathroom. Guest bathrooms are usually smaller than master baths, and so require a smaller investment for major improvements. Replacing a guest bathroom's counter and vanity gives an average resale value of $1,620.
The experts at are able to help you out with all these so your house will sell faster and you can move on to your next great home adventure!
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