01/21/2025
Did you know not all renovations increase your home’s value? 🤔 It’s true! Many homeowners pour money into upgrades they think will help their home sell for more, but some projects don’t yield the ROI they’re hoping for.
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Let’s talk about a few common mistakes and how to avoid them:
❌ Over-Personalized Upgrades - Think bold tile patterns, brightly colored cabinets, or highly specific custom features. While they might match your taste, they can alienate buyers who prefer neutral, move-in-ready homes.
❌ Luxury Bathrooms - While a fresh bathroom update can absolutely boost value, going all-out with top of the line fixtures often doesn’t pay off. Buyers love clean and functional spaces, but spending $50,000 on a spa bathroom might not appeal to the widest audience.
❌ Home Office Overhauls - With more people working from home, offices are a great feature - but turning an entire bedroom into a custom workspace with built-ins can hurt your reseal value. Buyers often prefer flexible spaces that can fit their needs.
✅ So, what DOES help boost ROI? Think fresh paint, updated hardwood or LVP flooring, kitchen updates (like new countertops or cabinet refacing), and simple bathroom refreshes with modern fixtures. These improvements appeal to buyers without breaking the bank.
🔑 The bottom line: Before you spend money on renovations, consult with an expert (cough, cough, us!) who knows what buyers in your market are looking for.
🤔 Have questions or need advice? Drop them below or send us a message. We’d love to help make the most of your sale! 🏡
Dan Chlebowski, REALTOR®
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