Wednesday, 6 July 2011

How Can Home Improvement Help To Increase The Property Value

By Stanley Worthy


Every house out there could use a little home improvement. There are many things that homeowners can do to improve the look and functionality of their living spaces. But some types of improvements can pay for themselves pretty quickly.

Especially since the housing market has fallen so sharply over the past few years, getting the most equity possible out of a house has become a huge factor. When deciding what rooms to make-over, there are a couple that will be noticeable right away. Getting the most for the money is easy when re-doing a kitchen or bathroom. Although it can also be very cost saving to install a home security system, as they usually will reduce insurance rates.

There are many ways to renovate the kitchen but a good place to start is the floor. Replacing the floor in the kitchen with tiling is a very quick and easy fix. It is also a project that a can be done without much help.

Many homeowners are using colors that are more earth tone and natural. This helps with resale, as it is easy to match the buyers existing furnishings. Another bit of money well spent is in purchasing new appliances. When buying a new place, many people will cut thousands off their offer if the appliances are dingy and look used.

The bathroom has become a room of relaxation as much as personal hygiene. Because of this, many new homes are built with much larger bathroom. If the one being worked on is not as large, there are some things that can help to create that illusion.

Get rid of the shower curtain that is hanging and stops the eye from looking further. By installing a clear frame less shower door, the eye continues to look through the glass and to the opposite wall. This gives the feeling that the room is larger. Fresh paint is always a good investment, but stay with lighter colors. These lighter hues create the illusion that the room is bigger. There are many ideas for home improvement, but sticking with the ones that make the most difference are the ones to put the cash back into the budget.




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