Choose upgrades where youll see the most return on your investment both now and in the future.
How can you tell which projects are more likely to add real, lasting value to your home?
A lot of it is about making smart choices, home experts say.
Opt for materials that have wide appeal.
And dont get caught up in passing fads and be sure to prioritize lasting value.
Always think about how a project might appeal to people on the open market in the long run.
Ready to make some upgrades but not sure where to start?
Here are 23 projects that typically offer a great return on your investment.
They cant do that if decades of your clutter get in the way.
Before listing your property, take time to remove personal family photographs, collectibles, knickknacks and other memorabilia.
Clear countertops in the kitchen.Declutterrooms of excessively large or unnecessary furnishings.
Chans current go-to color recommendation for neutral walls: Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore.
While youre upgrading, verify the refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and microwave you choose are Energy Starrated.
Beautify the bathroom
If your bathroom feels dated to you, potential buyers will likely feel the same way.
While it may feel like a big undertaking, youll likely recover most of your investment.
Todays LVT and LVP arent yesterdays bland linoleum.
Its all the rage now because its waterproof.
Freshen up the front door
Want a simple, high-impact upgrade that you might tackle in one day?
Paint your front door.
double-check its making a good first impression.
Also, ensure your door is energy efficient and in good overall repair.
If it isnt, consider replacing it.
You dont want to have broken glass in the leaded glass, LeBoy adds.
The look of your front door is super important.
Trim shrubs and front landscaping so that windows and sidewalks arent blocked and your homes architectural elements arent hidden.
Add some potted flowers to your front porch.
