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Boston Downtown Real Estate: Renovations ROI {Infographic}

In most cases, Boston condo owners can sell their condominium as it is without any upgrades. I always recommend cleaning and some fresh paint and fixing plumbing leaks and electrical problems. If the water is old and rusty it is best to replace it before putting the house on the market.

No two Boston Beacon Hill condos for sale are the same and home buyers are unique too so there isn’t any hard and fast rule as to what kind of payback, if any,  there might be on a specific upgrade.  In general smaller improvements tend to pay for themselves.  Examples include exterior doors, a new backsplash, some new light fixtures and some new kitchen appliances.

Here are some numbers from the National Association of Realtors:

Home improvement

Recovery on remodeling costs

Even though it is true that a renovated kitchen will help sell your Boston Back Bay home sellers usually spend more than they get back. It is very easy to spend too much on a new kitchen.

I encourage Boston Fenway condo owners to look at pictures of homes in the neighborhood that have sold in the last couple of years. If the current kitchen is typical for the housing style and neighborhood it doesn’t need an upgrade to sell the house. If the kitchen is below average for the area and the housing style then an upgrade might be needed.

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You may not have the budget for floor-to-ceiling renovations but that doesn’t mean you can’t still make a big difference to a home’s appearance. Interior designers from across the country respond to the question: What is your favorite summer design hack on a dime?

Here’s what they said:

1. Refresh the Color

“What works for summer—and all year round, really—is making a statement with color. A fresh coat of paint on the wall or repainting your furniture and adding new hardware offers a renewed look to any room. Don’t be afraid to try cool, summery colors; they create a tranquil mood to space.”

See full list here:

https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/5-favorite-home-design-hacks-on-a-budget

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In the current sellers’ market, many homeowners wonder what, if anything, needs to be remodeled before they list their house. That’s where a trusted real estate professional comes in. They can help you think through today’s market conditions and how they impact what you should – and shouldn’t – renovate before selling.

Here are some considerations a professional will guide you through:

1. With current supply challenges, buyers may be willing to take on projects of their own.

A more balanced market typically sees a 6-month supply of homes for sale. Above that, and we’re in a buyers’ market. Below that, and we’re in a sellers’ market. According to a recent report by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), our current supply of homes for sale, while rising, still remains solidly in sellers’ market territory:

Unsold inventory sits at a 2.6-month supply at the current sales pace, modestly up from May’s 2.5-month supply but down from 3.9 months in June 2020.”

So, what’s that mean for you? If you’re a seller trying to decide whether or not to renovate, this is especially important because it’s indicative of buyer behavior. When there aren’t enough homes for sale, buyers may be more willing to purchase a home that doesn’t meet all their needs and renovate it themselves later.

2. Not all renovation projects are equal.

You don’t want to spend time and money on a project that isn’t worth the cost or is too niche design-wise for some homebuyers. According to an article by Renofi.com, basing home updates on what’s trendy right now can be a costly mistake:

The last thing you as a homeowner want to do is center your home design around a passing fad – even worse, one thats design quality won’t last a good while.”

Before making any decisions, talk to your real estate advisor. They have insight into what other sellers are doing before listing their homes and how buyers are reacting to those upgrades. Don’t spend the time and money to be trendy – if your buyer wants to upgrade to the newest fad later, they can.

3. If you’ve already made upgrades this past year, your agent can help spotlight them.

If you have already completed some renovations on your house, you’re not alone. The pandemic kept people at home last year, and during that time, many homeowners completed some home improvement projects. HomeAdvisor’s 2021 State of Home Spending Report found:

“35% of households that completed an improvement project undertook some type of interior painting, while 31% completed a bathroom remodel and 26% installed new flooring.”

Let your real estate professional know if you pall in this category. They can highlight any recent upgrades you’ve made in your house’s listing.

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When it comes to renovations, your return-on-investment should be top of mind. Let’s connect today to talk through any upgrades you’ve already made and to find out what you should prioritize before you sell to maximize your house’s potential.

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