When re-modleing a 4 Bedroom Home in Porter Acres Gilbert you need to be aware of a few.
One of the most asked questions is "Will re-modeling my home add value to it? The answer is always yes.
Second question is home much value? That depends on many variables. Did you cut corners?Did you spend to much on the re-model? Did you upgrade to high for your particular neighborhood or market area.
The best advise I ever received from one of my co-workers was "In a perfect world" you will re-model your home 1-3 years prior to selling. That way you get to enjoy the product and reap the returns on the money you spent.
Good Rule of thumb is 80-90 % return on Kitchens and Bathrooms. 50-75% on the rest of the home.
The problem with trying to sell a home that has "No Upgrades" in Porter Acres is you will need to sell below market value minus the cost of the upgraded home.
Here are a few other things to be aware of when looking at Re-modeling in Porter Acres or any other part of Gilber or the east valley.
For those who have undertaken such a project, you may know there are many lessons learned through the remodel process: choosing the counter tops, carpets, cabinets, tile, paint, handles, various fixtures, fans, hardware, lighting and, most importantly, the selection of contractors.
Below are my top ten lessons learned which also includes an additional bonus of a LIFE LESSON.
1. According to your contractor, every former contractor had “no idea what they were doing.”
2. A bid means a measure of the truth with a guarantee of a lot more excuses to come later.
3. To a contractor, tomorrow is referring to an unspecified time in the not so near future.
4. “Back-order” means hurry up and wait.
5. A paint chip has no resemblance to itself once painted on any surface larger than one square foot.
6. A carpet sample looks nothing like thestuff they installed.
7. Expecting a contractor to clean up as they “go” would be like expecting a baby to change their diaper and clean up after they “go.”
8. There is a reason the word contractor contains the word contract – take the time to write up a contract.
9. The carpenter’s creed “measure twice and cut once” is terrific advice.
10. Be forewarned that at some point the stress and mess of it all will magnify your worst personality traits.
Porter Acres is in the Gilbert School Dist. Elementry School is Houston and the High School in Gilbert High. Both very good schools and a high scoring school dist as well.
Here is a link to homes in Porter Acres and the surrounding area (85234)
Here is a link to homes in Porter Acres and the surrounding area (85234)
If you're interested in buying or selling a home in Porter Acres ,85234, or Gilbert please call or e-mail me today. I am a full time agent and would love to meet with you to discuss your needs.
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