Payback Period: How long will it take to recoup your investment?
Local Market Trends: Consider recent comparable sales and neighborhood dynamics.
Essential Updates vs. Luxury Upgrades: Some improvements are necessary for maintenance while others enhance appeal.
Financing & Opportunity Cost: Consider how you'll finance improvements and alternative investments.
Tax Incentives: Check for any local incentives for energy efficiency or home improvements.
Impact on Lifestyle: Consider how these updates improve daily living.
Seller vs. Buyer Perspectives:
While there are no large-scale studies that prove staging a home helps sell at a higher price or faster, decluttering and getting your home in show condition does. "Show condition" means deep cleaning, a fresh coat of paint if needed, updated flooring, and sprucing up the yard.
Consult ShopProp: Use this tool as a guide, but also consult ShopProp for detailed estimates. We have members of our team that actively flip and do major remodels and can help with estimates.