If you are looking to renovate, here are some good things to keep in mind.
Why are You Renovating?
First you should answer the question, “Why are we renovating?”. This will help you discern your wants from needs and help you make informed decisions. A couple popular reasons for renovation are to increase your home value, to improve your storage options, to make a more functional home, to upgrade outdated fixtures, or to help you cope with a change in your lifestyle.
Make a List of What you Need to Change
Browse all kinds of publications, both in print and online, to find inspiration and to find practical solutions. Make sure that you have your priorities straight and list them accordingly. Make sure to reference this list often as you go through the process to make sure that you aren’t getting side swiped by the shiny new things that popped up in your Pinterest feed and to make sure that at the end of your project you have accomplished your goals.
Create a Rock Solid Plan
Don’t get caught in the trap of coming up with great ideas, only to discover that they aren’t possible because you didn’t plan accurately. Make sketches of your designs and make sure that you have correct measurements and write them down. This will keep you from getting your hopes up about unrealistic ideas and it will also keep you from having to make returns or corrections.
Create a Budget
Consider the resources available to you; your time, budget, and energy are all things to take into account. There are some jobs that may be better outsourced for the sake of saving you a headache, and there are some jobs that are easily done on your own. Regardless of what you choose to pay for or do yourself, you should always plan for 20-30% more for accidentals and contingencies. Things happen and no matter how frugal or handy you are, it’s always wise to plan for more and not need it rather than get yourself stuck up a creek without any way out.
Reduce Your Frustration
If you are working on the bathroom, then remove everything and transfer it to your other bathroom rather than trying to climb over your renovations and remain in your normal routine. If you are working in the kitchen, plan on eating out or invite yourself to dine with your close friends and family. Trying to cook and clean amidst the plaster dust and wonky appliances is never in your best interest. If you are working on the play room, set up a new section of your house so that your kids don’t continually bust through the door in search of their favorite toys.
Remember, the most important thing to do in the midst of renovations is to have clear expectations and to avoid being caught off guard. And should you decide that you simply can’t stomach renovations at all and would rather unload your house, we are here to help. If you need to sell your home fast, Magnolia Design Properties, LLC is here to help. We are real estate investors who work with sellers who are facing all types of situations such as bankruptcy, foreclosures, inherited properties, divorce, re-locations, behind on property taxes and many other scenarios. We work with each person, each family at a time to help bring the best real estate solutions to them. We buy houses in all conditions and in all price ranges. Contact us today at 844-428-9776, or how-can-I- sell-my-house-fast.com Let us make you an offer today.
