Lets discuss some options…

Now we all like to think our home is worth a bunch right?! The truth is at times that what we think is real value is more of the sentimental kind than the actual market value that will bring the big bucks in at the closing table.

Below are some the best upgrades based on RESALE VALUE and popularity. Now in this column we are uncovering the dirty little secret that it’s not always dollar for dollar and varies greatly based on your area. WHAT? You mean every dollar I put in my home doesn’t magically multiply and equate to big value…? The simple answer in the most intellectually and elegant way we can possibly put it is, NOPE… For the majority, improvements to our home are for pure enjoyment and functionality, but for those only doing it to try and rake in big money when you sell we caution for you to pump the brakes before diving into a renovation.

We have broken down the most popular renovation projects and provided an average return you could expect from all the hard earned money you plan on pouring into your piece of the American dream. Transparency alert: These prices reflect contracting out the work 100% and would drastically be reduced by being able to do all the work yourself. That is how we make a living at buying and selling homes for the most part. If these prices reflected doing it yourself we would be out of business!

So, are you saying I shouldn’t renovate…?

Yes, no and maybe….

Yes if you can afford the project and are just wanting to update your forever home and make it everything you want it to be.

No, if your hiring out a bunch of projects with the hopes of hitting it big on the market. The return simply doesn’t justify the major undertaking and headaches that come with home renovations.

Last but not least there is maybe. Maybe is strictly reserved for those who have tackled home renovations and are skilled at the trade they wish to take on. Work done incorrectly can be both dangerous and degrading to your purpose of adding value to your home or property. If you are skilled and can manage any one of the above renovations the project could prove to be very much worth the time and money it takes to properly upgrade your home. Home flippers/investors like Courtney Home Buyers have been doing very well at this very thing for a long time, but we are willing and able to tackle the renovations on our own, so keep that in mind.

At the end of the day we suggest leaving these things for the professionals if you are even slightly unsure of yourself.

If you are looking to sell and want the most out of your property without all the hassle and wasted expense of hiring out extensive projects Courtney Home Buyers can help!