Looking to Remodel or Update Your Home? Maximize Your Return on Investment!

If you're considering a home remodel or update, you’re probably wondering which projects will give you the best return on investment (ROI) when it’s time to sell. While remodeling can enhance your enjoyment of your home, certain upgrades can also increase your home’s value and attract more buyers.

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), these are the top interior and exterior projects with the highest cost recovery at resale—meaning you’ll get more back for your investment!

Top Interior Projects for Cost Recovery

• 🔹 Refinishing hardwood floors – 147% of value recovered
• 🔹 New wood flooring – 118%
• 🔹 Insulation upgrade – 100%
• 🔹 Basement conversion to living area – 86%
• 🔹 Closet renovation – 83%
• 🔹 Attic conversion to living area – 75%
• 🔹 Complete kitchen renovation – 75%
• 🔹 Bathroom renovation – 71%
• 🔹 Kitchen upgrade – 67%
• 🔹 Adding a new bathroom – 63%
• 🔹 Adding a primary bedroom suite – 56%

If you're looking for the biggest bang for your buck, refinishing hardwood floors and installing new wood flooring are smart investments, often adding more value than they cost! Kitchen and bathroom upgrades are also highly desirable for buyers, making them solid choices for long-term value.

Top Exterior Projects for Cost Recovery

• 🔹 New roofing – 100% of value recovered
• 🔹 New garage door – 100%
• 🔹 Fiber cement siding – 86%
• 🔹 Vinyl siding – 82%
• 🔹 Vinyl windows – 67%
• 🔹 Wood windows – 63%
• 🔹 Steel front door – 63%
• 🔹 Fiberglass front door – 60%

Curb appeal matters! A new roof and garage door are among the best exterior investments, offering full value recovery at resale. Updated siding, windows, and doors can also make a big impact on first impressions while improving energy efficiency.

I Know the Remodeling Trends!

If you're updating your home, it’s essential to stay ahead of remodeling trends to ensure your upgrades are appealing to buyers and won’t feel outdated in a few years. Here’s what’s trending now:

Kitchen Remodeling Trends

✅ Cabinet Updates: Shaker door styles and bar pull handles in brushed nickel are the most popular.
✅ Accent Cabinets: Many homeowners are adding glass-front cabinets or open shelving to display glassware and decor.
✅ Cabinet Colors: White remains the most popular (33%), but wood tones are rising (23%). Two-tone cabinets—lighter uppers and darker lowers—are gaining popularity.
✅ Countertops: Engineered quartz is the top choice (39%), followed by granite (19%). Butcher block is declining as farmhouse styles fade.
✅ Backsplashes: Ceramic and porcelain tiles are the most popular, and many homeowners are extending them higher up the wall.
✅ Color Trends: Green and blue cabinetry—especially on kitchen islands—are becoming more common.
✅ Style Preferences: Transitional kitchens (a mix of traditional and modern) are most popular, followed by traditional and modern styles.

Bathroom Remodeling Trends

✅ Vanity Upgrades: Shaker cabinetry and brushed nickel bar pulls remain the top choices. Wood-toned vanities (26%) are overtaking white (22%).
✅ Countertops: Quartz is the most popular material for bathroom countertops due to its durability and low maintenance. White, off-white, and gray are the most common colors.
✅ Tile Choices: Large-format rectangular ceramic or porcelain tiles dominate for shower walls, with hexagonal or square tiles for flooring.
✅ Bathtub Trends: Many homeowners are removing tubs altogether—27% took them out, while another 27% didn’t have one at all.
✅ Style Preferences: Transitional remains the most popular, but eclectic styles are on the rise, incorporating unique mixes of materials, colors, and styles.
✅ Bathroom Accent Walls: More homeowners are using patterned wallpaper or bold contrasting colors to create a statement wall.

Outdoor Remodeling Trends

✅ Structural Additions: Decks (composite, plastic, or pressure-treated wood), porches, verandas, and shade structures are becoming more common.
✅ Outdoor Kitchens: 12% of remodelers added an outdoor kitchen, including a grill, refrigerator, cooktop, and sink.
✅ Lighting Upgrades: Landscape lighting (81%) leads the way, followed by string/bistro lights (44%) and porch sconces.
✅ Exterior Colors: White (23%), gray (19%), and beige (10%) remain the most popular choices.
✅ Roofing Trends: Metal roofing is gaining popularity for its modern look and durability, but asphalt shingles remain the most used (34%).
✅ Front Door Colors: Black (24%), red (22%), and white (18%) are top choices.

How I Can Help You Make Smart Remodeling Decisions

If you're planning to remodel or update your home, I can help you make strategic choices to ensure you get the highest return on investment when selling. Whether it’s selecting the right projects, recommending trusted contractors, or pricing your home to reflect its upgrades, I’ve got you covered.

Thinking about selling soon? Let’s talk about which updates will maximize your home’s value and attract buyers!

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