Top Ten Most Cost-Effective Ways To Increase The Value Of Your Home.

From this month’s Domino Magazine, here is a list of the top ten most cost-effective renovations you can do to increase the value of your house:

1. First impressions are key, so pay attention to your house’s approach - Paint, plants, etc.

2. Stick to cosmetic changes and stay away from major structural renovations that require permits or architects.

3. Spend money on top-of-the-line appliances, which instantly raise the value of your home.

4. Bathrooms and kitchens deserve upgrades, not overhauls.

5. Repaint or refinish existing surfaces.

6. Switch out doorknobs, light fixtures, and other hardware.

7. Color and design choices should be simple. A blank canvas allows buyers to project their own vision on the house.

8. Opt for off-the-shelf products where possible.

9. Use modest materials in high design ways to give spaces instant impact.

10. Landscape smart - Plants can mask a multitude of sins.

How about you? Did you make any changes prior to selling a house that you think increased it’s value? What would be on your list?

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