Howdy y’all!  I want to say I have been receiving some wonderful emails from folks all over the globe!  I do appreciate the emails and want to thank those that read my blog.

When looking to remodel your home  there are a few things to keep in mind.  Materials and colors you use are important.  Unless you are staying in your home forever, keep colors neutral.  To increase the value of your home per square foot when doing your floors, use flooring materials such as real wood, tile, granite or marble.  There are so many great products out there so shop around.  As far as interior and exterior, paint is probably the least expensive, but can also add value believe it or not.  It gives your home a fresh look and makes it more appealing.  Take a look at the home below as an example.  The home was completely repainted to include the brick and shutters were added for curb appeal.  This home is in my market area and just by painting the exterior added at least $5,000 to the market price!  Big improvment I think!

Before exterior Painted

After painted

When looking to add a room or bedroom or make a larger bedroom into two bedrooms, it is best to seek professional advice in your area such as someone in home design and architecture.  I know it may cost a little more upfront, but it can save you literally thousands in the end.  More bedrooms is not necessarily better.  You want your home to flow and the more open it is the larger it will feel.  Research is important before you remodel.  You do not want to “over” improve and price your home out of the area.  Keep it in line with values and improvements in your neighborhood and read my article on “Choosing A Contractor.”  Keep the emails coming and if you have any “before” and “after” photos and want to show off your home, send them my way and I will be glad to post them and once again thank you for reading my blog!