Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2022

What to Expect When Undertaking These 4 Common Home Renovation Projects. When home improvement gives way to major renovations, the implications can be more impactful than you might realize. Familiarizing yourself with these renovations will give you a great start in mapping out your home improvement strategy.

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Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2021

That’s partly why people are spending significant time, energy and money on home renovation projects these days. It’s no secret that home improvements can be a costly endeavor. If you’re looking to increase the value of your home or prepare it for resale, certain renovations may take its appeal to the next level.

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Eppraisal

MARCH 5, 2024

Home renovations can completely transform your living spaces, turning outdated rooms into modern, functional areas that reflect your style and meet your needs. Whether a complete kitchen remodel, a bathroom update or adding a fresh coat of paint, each project can breathe new life into your home.

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 30, 2024

Smart sellers are leveraging this advantage to attract buyers and expedite closings, with a typical home selling for up to 5% higher than homes without the technology. These features are becoming standard additions to modern homes, offering convenience and functionality.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2021

The situation meant that people were spending far more time in their Cleveland homes. If you want to move forward with home improvements during the pandemic, here are some options that can breathe new life into your house. Stagnant air can make any home feel stale. Many modern homes feature open floor plans.

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Eppraisal

DECEMBER 15, 2023

If you plan to sell your house in 2024, ensure your home has these five desirable features to get high offers from serious buyers.    Modern Electric and Plumbing Systems Homes compliant with the latest residential electrical and plumbing codes will outshine houses with older systems in 2024. in 2022.  

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 6, 2021

City and town offices were ordered to shut down at the beginning of the pandemic causing delays for attorneys who need municipal certificates, mortgage companies were extremely backed up due to the low rates which caused a litany of refinancing applications, and extremely low inventory and high buyer demand flipped the market upside down.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 30, 2023

In this blog post, I’ll discuss 15 reasons your home may not appraise for the value you anticipated, and I’ll share valuable tips for homeowners to help your home appraise for top dollar. Outdated Features and Finishes: Homes with outdated features and finishes can struggle to meet the expected appraisal value.

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Will Springer Realtor

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Replacing one after its 20-or-so-year lifespan will run about $1000-$1500 and tends to deliver a high return on investment because of its modernity and visual appeal. Many people don’t think of insulation as a home-improvement project but like everything else the materials will break down over time.

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PennyMac

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A finished basement or attic may impact a home's value, but these areas must meet specific requirements to be considered part of the Gross Living Area (GLA). An appraiser will also evaluate your home's foundation and its condition. Home improvements and renovations. Downsizing or packing for a long-distance move?

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AmeriMac

JANUARY 17, 2022

One of the great things about modern technology is that we’ve never had more information at our fingertips. You can type in any address you want and in a few quick seconds pull up information about the home, see pictures from recent listings and even find its current value… right? Case in point: real estate.

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Assurance Financial

AUGUST 9, 2021

If you prefer rural living over city life, a program from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) can help you buy a home. Every year, the USDA uses its Rural Development program to invest about $20 billion in helping families across the United States buy and improve their homes.

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Will Springer Realtor

MAY 9, 2023

They have also been spending oodles of money to shape their residences to meet new living needs – modern and spacious, when possible – as households live in their homes for longer. Owners are investing about $475B ( yes, billion! annually in home improvements across the U.S., And, opening this year, Graystone.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 29, 2024

Essentially, investing in the home’s appearance and functionality can lead to better appraisal results. Strategies to Enhance Home Value Consider implementing strategic home improvement projects like upgrading kitchens or bathrooms. Keep your home well-maintained to appeal to potential buyers.

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Clear Capital

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Jeff and Kenon discuss rapidly increasing home equity and what this means for first-time buyers. And so because the appreciation is going up so rapidly on a daily basis, people are probably checking into this now and like, how much is my home worth? How much is my home worth? Home improvements? Jeff Allen

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Will Springer Realtor

JULY 9, 2021

In addition to “more space,” prospective buyers were on the hunt for a quiet location (28%) and updated kitchen (25%), as the chart notes. THE ROI OF HOME RENOVATION. I am often asked by sellers what home projects should they address to get the highest return on investment. They are often surprised by my answer.

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