Charleston SC Metro Real Estate: August 2007

Increase your Home's Value

There are many things you can do to increase your home's value.  The following is a list of projects as well as the average cost recoup (based on national level numbers) provided by Realtor Magazine:

Project (recoup) 

  1. Minor Kitchen Remodel (88%)
  2. Bathroom Remodel (85%)
  3. Major Kitchen Remodel (81%) 
  4. Family Room Addition (80%) 
  5. Deck Addition (77%)
  6. Master Suite (75%)
  7. Attic Bedroom (74%)
  8. Side Replacement (73%)
  9. Window Replacement (65%)
  10. Home Office (55%)

 

Other items that may increase your home's value include Jacuzzi (4 jets or more), a hot tub, in ground pool, security system, sprinkler system, and vaulted ceilings.

Items that may not increase your home's value include an above ground pool, ceiling fans, garden pools, and light fixtures

There are three things to keep in mind when remodeling your home

  • Remodel with mass appeal in mind
  • Use durable, quality materials
  • Keep the value of the property within 15-20 percent of your neighbors'.

Providing the Light to Guide You Home

Michael J. Johnson

843-817-299 

If you have a home anywhere in the Charleston Metro Area and would like to get more information about selling your home, please contact me for a free home evaluation. 

I also work with buyers.  If you are interested in more information about buying a home please contact me and I would be glad to meet with you or email you a list of homes.

 

Michael J. Johnson, Realtor, ABR

843-817-5299

michaeljohnson@carolinaone.com

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