How to make the most of updating your home

Investing in your home makes sense almost in every situation. You’ll either be able to enjoy the benefits of the upgrade or you’ll be able to get more money if you decide to put it up for sale. So, whatever your purpose is, making the most out of your home is a smart decision. But not every renovation or addition is equally beneficial, which is why you should pay attention to what realtors, designers and other experts have to say about it. Here are just some of the most commonly mentioned tips that should help you boost the value of your home.

Focus on the kitchen and bathroom

The kitchen is one of the most important places in every home. Not only are people looking for a functional space, but they are becoming increasingly interested in the aesthetics of it. You might not have enough money to replace all appliances and cabinets, but even some cosmetic changes can go a long way in making your kitchen look and feel much better. You might repaint the cabinets a neutral colour and replace old knobs and handles.

When it comes to the bathroom, there are some inexpensive makeovers that can improve the overall appeal. The first thing you can do is replace old fixtures with new, fancy ones. A fresh coat of paint is always a good idea, and so is an introduction of new, fluffy towels. Finally, a little elbow grease to scrub your bathroom really well or regrout can give it a lift, too.

Garden and backyard

The outside of your home is extremely important, especially if you’re planning to sell your home. The curb appeal of your home is something potential buyers are always interested in. A neat and tidy front and backyard can increase the value of your home. But, it requires some effort to reach and maintain that state.

To begin with, you need to start by decluttering or getting rid of everything you don’t really need and stop treating your backyard as an outdoor storage space, but as an extension to your home that can be used for various purposes. Whether you install a small playground for kids or an amazing outdoor spa pool depends on your needs and financial resources, but every addition of this kind is beneficial.

Mow the lawn, rake up leaves, remove weeds, and trim bushes and hedges so that the outside of your home looks well maintained. If you have enough money, consider treating your façade with a new coat of paint or installing some new pavers.

Let there be light

Spaces with plenty of natural light are always appealing. If possible, install a new window or have your old ones replaced with bigger, more modern ones.

If your lighting fixtures are outdated, look for some modern replacements and have a look at LED bulbs because they last much longer and save a lot of energy and money.

Consider outdoor lighting because a well-lit backyard can have great appeal and allow you to spend many hours outside entertaining friends and family.

Landscaping

Avoid barren patches because they are not a good selling point and you don’t want to have to look at them. If, on the other hand, your landscaping features a variety of plants and flowers, you’ll improve the visual appeal of your backyard and increase its value in the process.

When implementing a renovation project, think as a prospective buyer of the house and make the changes you’d like to see if you were visiting your home for the first time and thinking of buying it. It’s only through careful planning and execution of these renovation or makeover projects that you can really boost the market value of your home or upgrade it so that you can continue to enjoy living in it.