| You may be thinking about a home remodeling | | | | 70% to 90%, but be sure to consider today's trends. |
| project, but you're not sure you'll spend more than a | | | | Many home buyers seek bathrooms that feel spa-like |
| few years in your home. Don't fret. Even in today's | | | | and relaxing, with little touches like multiple head |
| economy it's possible to remodel a house and still get | | | | showers or even steam rooms. |
| a good return on your investment (ROI). | | | | Windows and Siding - If you're thinking about selling |
| Kitchen - Today the kitchen is the center of the | | | | your house, consider replacing old windows or |
| home and the focus of every home buyer's | | | | deteriorating siding, projects which can yield an ROI |
| attention. That makes kitchen remodeling projects | | | | around 80%. Many buyers today are thinking about |
| the king of ROI. Realtors estimate that a good | | | | energy efficiency, so consider energy-efficient |
| kitchen renovation can yield an 80% to 100% return | | | | replacement windows. If you buy Energy Star rated |
| on the money you invest. In today's market, an | | | | windows, the government will also give you a tax |
| up-to-date kitchen will also make your house sell | | | | break of up to $1,500. |
| more easily and quickly. | | | | Attics and Basements - Putting in an attic bedroom |
| Bathrooms - Bathroom remodeling projects are | | | | or remodeling your basement to create more usable |
| usually second only to kitchens when it comes to | | | | living space can increase your quality of life...and your |
| ROI. Because a dated bathroom can make a whole | | | | bottom line. Return on investment estimates for |
| house seem older, it's one of the best places to | | | | these projects are around 75%. |
| invest your money. ROI for bathrooms averages | | | | |