7 Home Improvements that Pay Off
Michelle Silverman Bedel showcases her vast knowledge of the real estate industry.
Home improvements can increase the resale value of your property, but also make your current space more comfortable.
Since the pandemic, more and more homeowners have chosen to work from home, and the home improvement sector has been booming.
Creating more multi-use functional living spaces, both indoor and outdoor, can can add value when selling your home.
A simple paint job can bring new life to your property.
Kitchen upgrades
Your kitchen is often the place to spend the most time. Repaint or replace your cabinets. Consider your backsplash, or tile options. Storage options and functional space can elevate your kitchen space.
Painting: walls and front door
Sometimes a simple extra coat of paint can breathe new life into your space. Repainting front door creates a welcoming environment.
Re-do wood floors
Wood floors are very popular but must be treated well in order to keep them for years to come. Polishing your wood floors or replacing scuffed-up panels can make the difference.
Replace windows
There are a million options for windows these days. Choosing the right ones that bring both light and openness to your space will expand the interior feel of your home and have the added benefit of keeping heating and cooling costs down.
Bathrooms
Consider new vanities or a water-efficiency toilet. You may want to regrout showers and tubs or replace tile as well. Don’t forget to include storage space for things like linens and towels if you need them.
Improve space by adding a mudroom
Decorative storage areas like a mudroom can be helpful to keep things organized in your home.
Exterior upgrades to improve curb appeal
Replace siding with maintenance-free siding, landscape with new shrubs and plants, repaint the front door and add lighting. Remember to consider checking with the zoning about architectural changes that need approval.
