When considering renovation or remodelling of your home one of the questions that you need to ask is whether the changes will add value to the home as some quite expensive improvements may not in fact increase the value. This may not be an issue if you are looking to stay in the property long term but if you are planning to move in the next five or ten years then this needs to be taken into account.

Adding extra space in the property such as building a conservatory or converting a loft space is probably the best way to add value but these changes are quite expensive to carry out so many people opt for updating kitchens and bathrooms as a way to improve the home but also make it more saleable. The danger with this is that buyers may not like the style of kitchen or bathroom that you do however a modern kitchen with appliances could be a good selling point for those who are stretching their budget to purchase the property.

Although decorating may be viewed as trivial when it comes to house valuation, a property that is looked after and regularly painted will be worth more and will certainly sell more quickly.