Home improvement is a worthwhile investment, but not all renovations are created equal. Sure, a swimming pool would be nice, but it doesn’t necessarily add a lot of value to your home. Between the maintenance costs and the fact that a pool isn’t always a strong selling point for buyers, you may as well have poured money into a hole.
If you want a project that truly adds more value and utility to your home, you’re better off investing in a kitchen remodeling project. In fact, according to a 2014 report by Remodelling magazine, you can recoup up to 82.7% percent of your investment, making it well worth the money you put into it. [Read more…]