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Increase Your Home’s ROI: Part Two

In Part One, we discussed how ROI should be one of your primary considerations when remodeling your home and the (surprising) fact that you’re less likely to recoup your investment in a major kitchen or bathroom remodel than you are to get back what you spend on basic home maintenance such as new siding (according to Remodeling Magazine). So what are some simple improvements you can make to increase your home’s ROI? Take a look!

4 Simple Ways To Increase Your Home’s ROI

1. Simple maintenance goes a long way towards adding value to your home. Never forget to address the basics. Repairing plumbing leaks, replacing gutters, repairing/replacing windows…even weeding the flowerbed can make all the difference!
2. If you’re open to doing a little construction, consider creating more space by knocking down a non-structural wall. It will not only open up the space and create flow, but it will also give the sense that the home is bigger.
3. A surprisingly easy way to add to the curb appeal of your home is to maintain your landscape. Overgrown shrubs and tangled trees can create dark views and prevent a good look at the house. Overgrown landscaping is a problem at all price points, so consider a weekend of yard maintenance to get your home in tip top shape.
4. If your HVAC system is old and in need of replacement, consider investing in an energy efficient system. Not only will this new system save you money in energy savings while you have it, but it also makes your house more desirable. Learn more about our available systems here.

Hopefully the information in our series helps you not only make your home improvement decision, but also increase your home’s ROI! Don’t forget, the team at Bosworth wants to help with all of your home improvement projects…that’s right, we do it all! From construction, to plumbing, electrical, and everything in between, we can install the right systems and find the right solutions for your home! Contact us today!

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Increase Your Home’s ROI: Part One

Considering home improvement? One of your biggest considerations should be the return on the investment, or ROI. Will the improvements you make really pay off? What improvements should you choose, based on the location of your home? How can you make the most cost efficient decision? These questions and more, answered in our Increase Your Home’s ROI blog series!

According to Remodeling Magazine you’re less likely to recoup your investment in a major kitchen or bathroom remodel than you are to get back what you spend on basic home maintenance such as new siding. Surprising, isn’t it? This is because home buyers are afraid of maintenance costs. They don’t want to move in and have to replace a roof or repair the siding. So, believe it or not, you may make more money back on simpler improvements!

Location Is Everything

It seems cliché, but it’s true! The improvements you make to your home, and the corresponding ROI, are often dependent on your location. For example, you would not want to put a $10,000 AC unit in a $100,000 home. It doesn’t make sense, you wouldn’t see a return. Additionally, in most areas, kitchen and bathroom remodels see over 100% return, due to a couple of factors:

  • These are the most expensive areas of a home in terms of construction.
  • These are the areas where people generally spend the most time.

The Decision Is Yours!

So, when remodeling, what should you choose? This is largely dependent upon when you see yourself moving. If you think you’ll be there awhile, choose to remodel with things you love (within reason, of course), or colors that go with your current decor. After all, you want to be able to enjoy the home you live in! However, if you plan on moving soon, choose neutral colors and traditional looks that would typically satisfy the majority of people. Anything too taste specific can be off-putting to potential buyers.

There are various ways to increase your home’s ROI, and we want to make sure you choose the best ones! Stay tuned for Part Two to find out more! In the meantime, we are happy to help with any home improvement projects you may have…that’s right, we do it ALL! Find out more about our services here.