We believe that information and education create knowledge. Homeowners who are equipped with knowledge can make better decisions about their homes and understand how they fit into their lifestyles.
All Your Information is Protected When You Sign Up
Forever Home Vs. Right Now Home
Written by Jose J. Velazquez
The reasons for remodeling your home are numerous. Many people decide to remodel their homes to make much-needed improvements. Yet, others only want to refurbish to get a more significant premium when trying to sell their home. When remodeling your home, you have to consider many things, and some of those things will directly affect how much your home changes.
Is this a Right Now Home?
As mentioned, some people want to take on the task of remodeling their homes to acquire a more significant premium when selling their houses. However, sometimes the issue of remodeling the house could be pretty counter-productive. If you are moving in a couple of months, what benefit would you receive from remodeling your home to make it look nice and fresh? In addition, remodeling or additions to your house may not allow you to break even when selling your house. While remodeling projects will attract buyers, staying grounded and realistic about the value these projects will add to your home is essential.
Pro Tip: If your goal is to sell your home after remodeling, sticking to neutral colors is recommended. Favorite colors belong in a Forever Home, not a Right Now Home.
Is this a Forever Home?
In the same way, there are essential questions to answer if you are moving out of your house after remodeling. There are also important questions to ask if this is your Forever Home. Suppose home remodeling projects are to be undertaken. In that case, one should consider whether it is possible to do the work yourself for a lower price. Many home remodeling companies charge an arm and a leg for simple and minor projects. You might also be able to complete these improvement projects with the help of a friend for a fraction of the cost.
Pro Tip: If this is the home you plan to put your roots down, you can get more personal with your remodeling. Do you love movie nights? Consider making a theater room in your home.
What Types of Changes?
Although this question is similar to the one before, it is also essential to consider the size of the changes. For example, how long will a contractor need to expand the Master Bedroom and add several closets to your house? How long will the company take to build and change the garage the way you want it? These things are essential to consider because they dictate when the remodeling will occur. For example, if you have a vacation planned for next month, it may not be a good idea to start on the remodeling plans. On the flip side, you may also want a general idea from the home contractors about how long the projects will take.
As you can see, many decisions affect remodeling projects around the home. As a homeowner, you might need to think about some of these things before you get too deep into several home remodeling projects at once.
About Author: Jose J. Velazquez
As a father, I understand the drive, decisions, and challenges that come with building a better home for my loved ones.
As a second-generation fabricator, I take great pride and passion in upholding the standard of craftsmanship handed down through my family.
