Timothy E. Lockhart - HOME IMPROVEMENTS THAT IMPROVE VALUES

put it up for sale on the market — research the area, research your improvements, and don’t hesitate to consult experts!

APPROXIMATE ROIs

Below is a list of home remodeling and improvement projects that either increase market value or improve the salability of a home, along with the approximate ROI that can be expected on that improvement.

• Add or upgrade a patio or deck: 70% • Replace your garage door: 98%

• Major kitchen renovations or upgrade: 68.9% • Minor kitchen renovations or upgrade: 75.4% • Add an attic space or bedroom: 53% • Replace your siding with vinyl: 83% • Replace your siding with fiber-cement mix: 79.3%

• Upgrade your bathroom: 62% • Remodel your basement: 63%

If you’re looking to step your game up in terms of your ROI, the bullet points listed above are the best ways to do it. Not only do the suggestions for exterior home improvement help the curb appeal of the exterior of your home, they also help the overall value of your home.

DON'T OVERLOOK YOUR ROOF

When selling your home, you want to make sure that everything is in working order and in perfect condition. Considering that, do not overlook your roof as if it is not the literal roof over your heads. Overlooking your roof: don’t do it!

DECIDING ON WHETHER YOUR ROOF NEEDS T F NEEDS TO BE FIXED 39

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