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What renovations will add value to my home?

Housing Wire

We all love the feeling of a refreshed, renovated home, and being able to enjoy it instills a sense of pride in its owner. That’s partly why people are spending significant time, energy and money on home renovation projects these days. Despite this, there are some renovations that are worth their price tags.

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Frustrated homebuyers turn to fixer-uppers

Housing Wire

Patrick, a first-time homebuyer, was competing with buyers who were waiving basic contingency requirements and/or putting in offers that far exceeded the seller’s asking price. After months of slogging through a string of disappointments, Patrick turned to a renovation loan and started looking at fixer-uppers. Already a member?

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What to Expect Undertaking These 4 Common Home Projects

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Are you planning on renovating your home? 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. The kitchen is a focal point for just about every homeowner and prospective buyer.

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An inside look at local housing markets across the country

Housing Wire

I had one home recently that needed major cosmetic renovations and it ended up get-ting multiple offers, so it is still super competitive here,” she said. While some of Croan’s buyers are using new remote work flexibility to relocate to a more desirable location, a lot of his buyers are in the market for vacation homes.

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Does the Primary Bathroom Still Need a Tub?

Empire Appraisal Group

Realtor Magazine. Many buyers may be unlikely to purchase a home without a bathtub even though renovation trends are moving toward fancy, supersized showers. Source: “ Buyers Insist on Both a Shower and Tub in the Primary Bath ,” National Association of Home Builders’ Eye on Housing blog (June 21, 2021).

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Surprising Things That Can Decrease Property Value

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

I can tell you that some buyers will certainly agree with these points! Therefore, when making any renovations to increase your home’s worth, always keep in mind that potential buyers may have very different tastes from you. Potential buyers may be put off by a home that is carpeted from floor to ceiling.

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9 Low Cost Ways to Improve Your Listings

McKissock

In order to do this, homeowners may have to make renovations to the interior or exterior of their property. However, they are often working with limited budgets, which means that they need to focus on the most cost-effective renovations that will produce the greatest return on their investment. Clean, Clean, Clean. Let The Light In.