Now that 2022 is in full swing, questions continue to swirl about the state of the market. Will it keep rising at above average levels? Could it level off? Maybe it will drop? No matter what happens, there are a few things you can do to improve your home and make it rise in value. Here are a couple of tips for quick updates!
Flooring Updates
One of the most common updates you will see for increasing a home’s value is improving the existing flooring. Carpeting is usually the default for saving money when building a new construction. It can provide a lot of square footage in a low cost scenario. However, one way to really spice up your home is to rip out that carpet and put in a new floor. Both vinyl and hardwood floors are popular options and are similar in pricing, depending on market conditions. Vinyl will somewhat undercut the pricing of hardwood but is generally less difficult to install and will hold up well against moisture. Hardwood is considered the more luxurious option and looks nicer while maintaining a more solid texture. The downside is that if it gets wet, hardwood could be damaged. Select the flooring of your choice, and you can see the returns of your home increase by several thousand dollars!
Smart Updates
Another to make quick updates is to turn your home into a Smart home. In 2022, this means adding a few things: a smart thermostat, a smart security system, smart lights, and a smart doorbell. A smart thermostat can be set for different modes depending on where you are. Plus, the smart doorbell has additional benefits on top of seeing visitors at your door while home; you can connect it to your smartphone to see live video on the go! Smart lights are lights that can be hooked up to your smartphone, wifi system, and smart speaker (another good improvement to have). These lights can be changed to different colors, brightness, and timers. A good security system is useful. The SMART security system carries all the benefits of being mobile, including programmable settings such as home and away. With all of these together, you can make your home value sing!
Quick Updates Make Quick Improvement
Now that you have a couple of quick update tips, you can see how improving the value of your home does not have to be a long, risky business. Flooring updates, especially to vinyl, can take as little as a few days. When you make your home fully Smart, you just pick up the gadgets and install, with no long lead times. Doing these two quick updates to your home will ensure that you get the maximum value for your home you possibly can. And you avoid lots of effort! That is one of the biggest advantages of these updates. Whichever you decide to go for, your home will thank you. For more, be sure to check out our post about fun tips for your smart thermostat!