18. Be Strategic About Renovations
Although renovations will cost money, if you invest in the right ones, they can add to the equity of your home, said Benenati. “The top areas to spruce up are the kitchen, bathrooms, roof and exterior paint,” he said.
“The kitchen is the focal point of the home, and most people will forgive outdated areas if the kitchen is updated,” added Ralph DiBugnara, senior vice president at Residential Home Funding. “Minor fixes that can help are repainting and/or refinishing the cabinets, as well as adding under-the-counter lights.”