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Where Do Remodeling Dollars Pay Off Most? 
It's a proven fact that certain home improvement projects pay off when it comes time to sell, while others do not. If you're looking into doing some remodeling to improve your home's appeal now, don't forget to take into account which projects will make a difference if you sell in the future. Kitchen and bath improvements are high on the list of what buyers are willing to pay more for. Also, additions such as sunrooms are very popular. Try not to do anything that would be considered extreme or outrageous. Homes with very unique tastes are usually hard to find the right buyer for later.  Repainting in more neutral colors almost always pays off, and adding on a new deck is a good investment as long as the costs are not too unreasonable.
If a remodeling project is done by a professional, it is worth more in the long run. Ask your neighbors for recommendations of contractors that they've used, or give me a call for my list of people. A good rule of thumb is to confine your total remodeling expenses to 10% of the homes estimated value. If you stay within this figure and plan wisely, you'll most likely recoup most of your investment | |
