{"id":477,"date":"2021-08-30T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-30T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/legacy.showhomes.com\/the-woodlands\/4-ways-to-get-the-biggest-bang-for-your-buck-in-home-updates\/"},"modified":"2022-05-09T00:09:05","modified_gmt":"2022-05-09T00:09:05","slug":"4-ways-to-get-the-biggest-bang-for-your-buck-in-home-updates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/legacy.showhomes.com\/the-woodlands\/4-ways-to-get-the-biggest-bang-for-your-buck-in-home-updates\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways to Get the Biggest Bang for your Buck in Home Updates"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fewer listings and
\nhigher prices in the real estate market have persuaded some homeowners to
\ninvest in their home with remodeling or updates instead of moving. This means
\nthat the prices for those services have also increased. With most bathroom
\nrenovations costing $20,000 or more, and many kitchen renovations costing north
\nof $50,000, it is important to consider several angles
\nin determining how best to spend your money with home updates.<\/a><\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

 <\/span><\/p>\n

1.  End Game<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

What are your goals?
\nDo you plan to live in the house 3 or more years? If so, invest in updates that
\nwill help you to enjoy your home, increase functionality, and solve problems.
\nIf you plan to sell within 36, months, you may want to invest in classic
\nupdates that could improve the home’s selling features, such as updated
\ncountertops and other kitchen and bathroom upgrades.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

 2.  Price<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

Most people have
\nbudgets that will dictate the type of update that is possible. In many cases,
\nit is better to invest the large majority of the budget to one specific update
\n(such as a master bath renovation), rather than lots of smaller updates that
\nmay not have as much impact overall.<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

 <\/span><\/p>\n

 3.  Timing<\/o:p><\/span><\/p>\n

Given the demand for
\nupdates, you may want to choose your improvements based upon the best timing
\nfor you and your family. Many painters prefer to work in the exterior during
\ncold, rather than the hot months. Ask contractors if there is a discount if you
\nare flexible on your timeline. Sometimes they like to fit smaller projects in
\nbetween larger one, and it could be in your best interest to be patient.<\/span><\/p>\n


4.  Work with a Professional
<\/span><\/p>\n

Contrary to belief,
\nworking with an interior decorator to design professional can save money in the
\nlong run. These individuals are well-versed in hiring trusted and competent
\ncontractors, hedging problems and challenges, and making the updating process
\nsmooth and less stressful overall.<\/span><\/p>\n


<\/span><\/p>\n

In most instances,
\nupdates add value to a home, both aesthetically and financially. Weighing why,
\nwhen, what, and how you do those updates is worth measured consideration.
\nShowhomes is an expert at helping buyers, sellers, and even those choosing to
\nupdate their existing home. We would love to help you or your clients on their
\nnext home renovation!<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

Laura Landesman, Certified Professional Real Estate Stager, is the
\nOwner of Showhomes of The Woodlands in The Woodlands, TX.  She is a Real
\nEstate Staging Association-PRO member and is passionate about the power
\nof home staging and updates to maximize a home’s sales price and get fast
\noffers. Thanks to Lorelie Brown, owner of Showhomes Charleston, for her
\ncontributions to this article. <\/o:p><\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

 <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

#homestaging #stagingsells #showhomes #showhomesofthewoodlands #thewoodlands
\n#homestagingthewoodlands #homestagingspring #stagingworks #realestate
\n#thewoodlandsrealestate #staginghomes #springtexas #luxuryproperties
\n#luxuryhomes #homestager #homestagers #propertystaging #thewoodlandsrealtor
\n#stagewithapro #stagingtips #dontdelaystagetoday<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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