Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2022

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. What kinds of things can you expect? I hope you enjoy it!

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 4, 2023

Employment in the construction industry continued to trend up in July, adding 19,000 jobs, especially in the residential construction space. The ongoing shortage of housing inventory helped spur an increase in home building and home improvement activity, Kan said.

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PennyMac

JANUARY 2, 2024

Do you know the return on investment (ROI) of your renovation project? Some renovations can make your home more valuable. If you’re investing in a home renovation in hopes of recouping that money when you sell, it’s important to research and plan ahead before you begin to ensure you’re spending your money wisely.

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Lamacchia Realty

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Because of this, many buyers going through the home buying process are becoming more open to a house that needs renovations. Homes that need updates and repairs usually sell for less per square foot than homes that are turnkey. When in doubt, get your permits.

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 6, 2021

HOME RENOVATIONS IN 2021. As we begin to see the other side of the pandemic and throughout the past year, the home improvement and renovation industry is seeing an extremely high demand for tools, materials, and home improvement service providers. Cost of Materials. What You Can Do.

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Raleigh Realty

APRIL 19, 2022

They can lead to more efficient homes, lower utility bills, and a greener environmental outlook. Just like a garage or a carport, environmental home renovations help to improve home value. Reused and Recycled Materials Even if you’re building an entirely new home, take advantage of recycled materials.

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Padove Appraisal Service

JANUARY 14, 2018

I am often asked which home improvements “count” towards the appraised value of a house. Many people envision a list of improved items with predetermined relevancy, along with a specific dollar value assigned to each of those items. This is never an easy question. There are many items that comprise the totality of a house.

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Housing Wire

JULY 6, 2023

One source of added inventory is the fix and flip industry , which is expected to acquire and renovate some 350,000 homes in 2023, according to Kurt Carlton, president of New Western , a private real estate investment marketplace. A recent report by online home marketplace Zillow estimates that the nation needs 4.3

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PennyMac

JULY 21, 2021

Kitchen and bathroom updates are some of the first ideas that usually come to mind, but you can get great returns from making outdoor renovations and improvements. We talked to real estate and renovation experts to gather their tips and insights on renovation projects for your home’s exterior living space.

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Will Springer Realtor

JULY 25, 2023

One of those objectives may be to make renovations on the home now when you can still safely – and, we trust, affordably – manage the projects before being too busy playing pickleball, volunteering your time or traveling the world. Who doesn’t like a deck on their home to get away from it all?

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Assurance Financial

APRIL 18, 2022

After your purchase, you can renovate the property to make it suit your tastes and fit your needs. Depending on the extent and cost of your home improvement goals, you might need to take out a loan for renovations. A home renovation loan is most likely not going to be the same as your mortgage.

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Zillow

JUNE 10, 2019

That said, I often recommend that buyers live in a new home for a while before undertaking any major remodeling or pricey home improvements. Rather, I'm referring to discretionary remodeling, expansions and other improvement projects. After buying a home, you deserve a break. You need time to plan.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 29, 2021

The materials used in the construction and decoration of your home are also extremely important because they determine how structurally sound your property is, how it’s going to last over time, and how much maintenance it’s going to require. Again, there is not much you can do about construction materials. Materials used.

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

MAY 13, 2021

During buyer’s markets, sellers might find it difficult to sell an outdated home or to achieve their asking price. Your home’s value, therefore, isn’t stagnant; it’s dynamic. The Value of a Home Appraisal. Major points on an appraiser’s checklist include: Square footage of home and property. Year of construction.

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 23, 2024

Many experts in the construction business suggest the Home Energy Rating System index is most relevant to today’s consumers, including home buyers and sellers. HERS has placed index scores on more than 1M homes on total energy efficiency. That’s where wood certification programs come in.

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 12, 2022

Some firms will also conduct an audit on new construction homes – even before they are built. Auditors should have experience in increasing the overall energy efficiency of a home. They will be able to offer suggestions on renovations or repairs that can help conserve energy.

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D Fritz Appraisals

AUGUST 19, 2020

Most commonly managed via smartphone apps, these technologies easily create customized control over your home’s energy expenditure. Purpose-Built Sustainability During Renovations or New Construction. Green Options for Your New or Improved Home. Simple Ways to Improve the Sustainability of Your Home.

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Home appraisals are a vital part of the home buying process as they have a big influence on the amount a lending institution will loan the buyer. They are also used to assess the value of the home for home improvement loans and insurance evaluations. What is a Home Appraisal and Why is it Important?

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Houston Properties

MAY 6, 2020

Tips For Selling Your Home Fast: Top 10 Home Staging Ideas To Increase Home Value. Increase Home Value: Step-By-Step Decluttering Checklist For Sellers. Sell My Houston House: Top 20 Home Renovations That Raise The Value Of Your Home. READ THE STEP-BY-STEP DECLUTTERING CHECKLIST FOR YOUR HOUSTON HOME.

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PennyMac

OCTOBER 10, 2023

An appraiser will also evaluate your home's foundation and its condition. Home improvements and renovations. Tell your appraiser about any work or upgrades you have done to spruce up your home. Check out expert tips for outdoor home renovations — you may find just the right improvement to increase your value!

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Will Springer Realtor

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Some builders are forgoing the amenity to help reduce overall costs – particularly for the construction of a chimney – but they usually offer to include fireplaces at a premium. Only 16% of buyers surveyed by the National Association of Home Builders said a fireplace was essential.

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Houston Properties

MAY 24, 2021

These steps for home improvement will tell you how to maximize your property and increase its value. In addition, here is a basic home selling tip that nearly every lived-in home must go through without cost: Decluttering. Bear in mind the factors that may determine the type of renovations that is best for your property.

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Eppraisal

APRIL 26, 2024

That said, most old homes are rough around the edges and require renovation to be fully functional. The Benefits of Keeping an Old Home’s Character The housing crisis will likely affect you whether you’re looking for a home as somewhere to settle down or an investment asset.

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Assurance Financial

MARCH 18, 2021

Home improvements: With a cash-out refinance, you can finally tackle those home improvements. No matter whether you want to put a new roof on your home or build an addition, when you refinance, you can free up more cash that can be put toward these renovations. Make a Capital Home Improvement.

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Houston Properties

MARCH 5, 2021

Sell Your Heights Home Fast: Top 10 Home Staging Ideas. Increase Home Value: Listing Checklist For Houston Heights Sellers. Sell Your Heights Property With These 20 Home Renovations. Follow This Preventive Heights Home Maintenance Guide To Sell Fast. The 10 Best Heights Home Interior Maintenance Tips.

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Will Springer Realtor

MARCH 29, 2022

This has prompted many households to build or renovate a more sustainable home – to cut both their carbon footprint and bottom line. home builders reporting at least 61% of their projects as “green” rose from just under one-third in 2015 to 44% in 2022. The figures bear that out. The number of single-family U.S.

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Houston Properties

JUNE 22, 2021

During the 1990s and early 2000s, many of West U’s original homes were torn down to make way for new construction. Homes in the area are zoned to the Houston ISD’s West University Elementary School, Pershing Middle School, and Lamar High School. Why should you declutter your West U home before listing and showing?

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Will Springer Realtor

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Cities and counties are not required to authorize the construction of an ADU where development is currently restricted under rules related to the proximity of an on-site sewage system, critical environmental areas or other unsuitable physical characteristics of a property like where there are landslide risks.

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Will Springer Realtor

MAY 9, 2023

annually in home improvements across the U.S., Improvements include remodels, replacements and additions to homes. The $180B kitchen and bath market is leading the home-improvement charge and, despite economic headwinds for many households, industry experts see no end in this modernization movement.

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Assurance Financial

MARCH 1, 2021

Deciding how you get the money: You can select whether you want a HELOC or a home equity loan. If you want a lump sum, you may want to select a home equity loan. If you want to tackle a home renovation or another ongoing project and you don’t know exactly how much money you may need, you may want to choose a HELOC instead.

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Will Springer Realtor

MARCH 14, 2022

The home remodeling industry is a $368B business, according to Harvard researchers , and is expected to reach $432B by the end of this year. Soaring costs of labor and construction materials is certainly contributing to the rising figure but there is evidence of a sharp increase in home improvements since the start of the pandemic.

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Will Springer Realtor

JULY 9, 2021

Well, researchers at realtor.com went a little deeper to find out what those consumers are seeking when looking for a new home. 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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