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What Can Remodeling Do For the Resale Value of a Home?

Remodeling for resale and remodeling because you have always wanted that ballet studio with neon floorboards in your basement are two very different things. If you know that you are going to be selling your home in the near future (less than 5 years) it is important to know that not all remodel projects are created equal and in fact, some can make it more difficult to sell your home when you decide the time is right. Knowing which projects will make your potential buyers break into song and open up the checkbook can be a key element of your quick home-selling strategy, especially in tougher economic times. Continue readying for more information on what remodeling can do for the resale value of a home.
Posted: January 26th, 2012 | Permalink

What Renovations do for the Value of a Home

Can't stand that wood paneled den for one minute longer? Tired of cooking your dinner in a 1970's harvest gold kitchen? Perhaps it is the aqua and pink tile in the bathroom that is sending you over the edge. Relax, compose yourself and before you start your renovations, step back and ask yourself: What do I expect these renovations to do for the value of my home? What are the best home improvement projects to undertake? Read more about what renovations can do for the value of a home.
Posted: December 14th, 2011 | Permalink

Benefits of Home Additions

If you are considering moving due to space or functionality limitations in your current home, have you considered an addition instead? Continue reading to learn how additions can end up being a better solution for you and your family.
Posted: June 2nd, 2011 | Permalink

Hall County Residential Real Estate Update

Nationwide residential home sales figures were release yesterday, and it's clear we aren't out of this slump just yet. How will residential real estate in Hall County compare to the national averages? Continue reading to find information on Gainesville city and each district of Hall County.
Posted: May 19th, 2011 | Permalink

Finishing Your Basement: Is It Worth It?

If your family needs more space, but is unable or unwilling to move, you may find that finishing your basement will solve both problems. There are other options to building up instead of moving out, but continue reading to see why basement remodels are your best choice.
Posted: March 25th, 2011 | Permalink

Should You Remodel Your Home or Move?

As your family continues to grow, the need for more space becomes inevitable. If your current household setup is no longer able to accommodate your lifestyle, you have a couple of options: you can remodel your current home to make it more accommodating, or you can move to a different home that better suits your needs. But which move makes the most sense? Continue reading to learn the pros and cons of renovating or moving.
Posted: February 25th, 2011 | Permalink

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