How to Increase Your Home's Value
Project (average cost recouped, national) according to Realtor Magazine:
Minor kitchen remodel (88%)
Bathroom remodel (85%)
Major kitchen remodel (81%)
Family room addition (80%)
Deck addition (77%)
Master suite (75%)
Attic bedroom (74%)
Siding replacement (73%)
Window replacement (69%)
Home office (55%)
Some projects that may help increase your home’s value include: Jacuzzi (4 jets or more); permanent hot tub; in-ground pool; security system; sprinkler system; substantial out buildings; and vaulted ceilings. These projects may not add value to your house: above-ground pool; ceiling fans; garden pond; and light fixtures.
When you consider a remodel, it is good to keep the mass appeal in mind.
You should use durable, quality materials.
It is also a good idea to keep the value of your property within 15 to 20 percent of your neighbors’.