Some people remodel their homes because they love their house, but hate old appliances and dated designs. Some people remodel strictly for higher home values. Most people are a combination of both. Of course you want to live in a beautiful, updated home! And if you ever decide to sell, most remodels translate into serious dollars for you. If you want to focus more on growing your home’s value, check out this post by Judy Martel at the Bankrate blog. Hint: it’s all about appearances and adding curb appeal. Surprisingly, less expensive quick fixes pay off more than big budget constructions:
Highest resale improvements: Replacing entryway with a steel door, new deck additions, new siding, new garage doors.
Medium resale: Bathroom, kitchen remodels, replace windows, room addition.