I will be sharing the impossible
of our kitchen remodel on Mondays for the next few weeks — until its done!
I am in the middle
of a kitchen remodel on soon to be rental condo - 2/2 1025 sqf - in Encino CA.
Not exact matches
I took part
of the equity for
remodel and the value
of the house rose about the same as what I spent
on remodel (value add
remodel like hardwood floors and
kitchen upgrades).
The more common projects such as bathroom and
kitchen remodels, roof replacement and deck additions can easily run into the tens
of thousands
of dollars — cash that many homeowners don't have
on hand.
heidi and fans, i'm
on week seven
of the
kitchen remodel from hell with possibly another month to go (sob!)
She needed to draw
on both
of those strengths when a
kitchen remodeling project that was supposed to last just a few weeks stretched out to eight months, creating logistic challenges for the Wilder Elementary school nutrition staff.
John and Anthony, the
Kitchen Cousins, relied on the perennially popular color combo of yellow and gray for this kitchen r
Kitchen Cousins, relied
on the perennially popular color combo
of yellow and gray for this
kitchen r
kitchen remodel.
And a double welcome if you are coming over from my uber talented friend, Randi
of Randi Garrett Design (
on a side note, did you seen her recent
kitchen remodel while you were
on her blog?
Despite the high cost and negative return
on investment, Consumer Reports says bathrooms are second to
kitchens on homeowners» lists
of rooms they want to
remodel.
At Stanford FCU, you can cash out
on your equity to pay for any number
of expenses —
remodel your
kitchen or bathroom, a car, college tuition, a vacation, even starting your own business!
The next time you feel envious
of a homeowner's newly
remodeled kitchen, just remember that when they're mowing their lawn
on the weekends, you're reading a book or eating brunch with friends (and enjoying it!)
A: While there is plenty
of information out there
on the return
on kitchen or bathroom
remodel investments there's not a lot
of information
on behind - the - scene investments, such as extra-insulation, energy - efficiency upgrades or, soundproofing.
The good news is that major and minor
kitchen remodels offer an average return
on investment
of 74 % to 83 %, respectively, according to
Remodeling Magazine.
On a blog post from Biggerpockets.com, I found a long list
of adspeak that's sure to prompt a chuckle for all us homebuyers — more than a few times we've stumbled across a home with a «large family room,» a «newly
remodeled kitchen,» or a «partial lake / mountain view.»
Highlights
of this condo include custom wood flooring in the living room and
kitchen, granite countertops in the
kitchen and bathroom, stainless steel appliances, custom dark stained
kitchen cabinets, a beautiful mirrored wall in the living room, plantation style shutters
on the bedroom windows, and a
remodeled bathroom with tile shower.
3 ways credit cards can save you money
on home improvements — Store cards, a sign - up bonus and category cash back cards can cut the costs
of a
kitchen remodel, home office or baby's nursery.
The Villa is reminiscent
of Old World Mexico with all the comforts
of a five star hotel with newly
remodeled kitchen and bath, marble floors, linens, maid service,
on call spa services, Satellite TV, Internet access.
Carpenter / Framer, Reliant Construction, Santa Fe, NM — 3/2004 -2 / 2011 • Refinished and renovated flooring, cabinets, furniture, and decks • Built custom decks and patios to customer specifications •
Remodeled bathrooms, laundry rooms, and
kitchens • Framed new homes and additions onto existing homes for a variety
of commercial and private customers • Advised customers
on flooring and lumber options for new construction and
remodeling • Built custom structures for businesses in the entertainment industry, including stages, bars, and sound booths • Designed and built custom walk - in cooler for specialty beer pub, covering every aspect
of construction, from framing into unfinished basement space to finishing with fiberglass reinforced plastic • Repaired roof damage, including eaves, trusses, fascia, shingles, and tile roofing materials
A mid-range
kitchen remodel brings an average 72.1 percent return
on investment, while an upscale
kitchen re-do returns only an average
of 63.2 percent
of the money invested.
As for your
kitchen remodel budget, there is no way under the sun I would spend $ 15,000
on a
kitchen remodel on a cheap property (that's about half the cost
of the house).
I recently had a
kitchen remodel on one
of my properties and spent a little over $ 3,000 for new ceramic tile, new cabinets and paint.
While the
remodeling work was going
on, the Kerley family
of 13 had fun in the
kitchen, ensuring volunteers were fed.
That's one reason why home owners spend a whopping national average
of $ 54,200
on major
kitchen remodeling projects that include state - of - the - art appliances, cabinetry, countertops, flooring, and lighting, according to the 2006 Cost vs. Value Report, published by Remodeling
remodeling projects that include state -
of - the - art appliances, cabinetry, countertops, flooring, and lighting, according to the 2006 Cost vs. Value Report, published by
RemodelingRemodeling magazine.
Barbara Ballinger is a freelance writer and the author
of several books
on real estate, architecture, and
remodeling, including The
Kitchen Bible: Designing the Perfect Culinary Space (Images Publishing, 2014).
To save a good chunk
of money
on a
kitchen remodel, keep your existing electrical wiring and plumbing in place, Bosworth says.
Seattle also made the list
of cities with a cost recovery
of more than 100 percent
on decks and minor
kitchen remodels.
A rule
of thumb for maximizing value, the experts added, is to spend about 25 percent
of the home's value
on a
kitchen remodel, and 12 to 15 percent
on a bathroom upgrade — and realize that where your home is located can make a difference.
SIMPLY PUT a spectacular home which has been flawlessly maintained ~ Chefs
kitchen w / ample cabinetry, granite tops, Newer SS appliances, pantry closet ~ Hardwood flooring ~
Remodeled full bath
on main level and bedroom ~ Loft overlooking living room ~ Finished basement ~ Roof replaced in 2014 ~ Private outdoor space, courtesy
of a maturely landscaped 14,474 square foot lot ~ Well - located
on a quiet, family - friendly cul - de sac street ~ Walk to parks, restaurants and entertainment ~ Come see ~
Very private custom home in beautiful Firerock C.C.This 5B / R and 5.5 bath home is perfect for indoor or outdoor entertaining.From the large great room open up the 16 ft.infinaty doors to expansive 93 ft.covered patio with 2 fireplaces, built in bar b / q and great views
of 16th fairway and green, mountains and city lights.Chefs
kitchen has stainless sub-zero fridge, Wolf gas cooktop, dual ovens, large island and breakfast area.Large master has fireplace, sitting area and exit to covered patio.Ensuites in all bedrooms.Lower level has large bonus room and 4th bed room with exit to covered patio and heated spa and pool.5 th bedroom has private outside entrance by pool.Over $ 200,000 spent
on some
remodel and upgrades since 2014.
The most recent report, based
on the top 16 home improvements for a mid-range home, says the highest
remodeling paybacks have come from vinyl siding replacement (with 87.2 %
of the cost recouped), wood window replacement (85.3 %), minor
kitchen remodeling (85.2 %), bathroom
remodeling (84.9 %), and vinyl window replacement (83.7 %).
If you are planning
on remodeling your home - be it a
kitchen, bathroom or backyard - you can contact one
of our mortgage professionals who will help find the right loan for you.
Results
of the report are summarized
on NAR's consumer website HouseLogic.com, which provides information
on dozens
of remodeling projects, from
kitchens and baths to siding replacements, including the recouped value
of the project based
on a national average.
Nationwide, the most popular home
remodeling jobs, based
on total expenditures, include
kitchen remodels, bathroom upgrades and bedroom add -
ons, according to a new study released this week by the Joint Center for Housing Studies
of Harvard University.
While not all
remodeling jobs earn a killer payback, the Cost vs. Value survey found that minor
kitchen remodels that focus
on upgrading the cabinets, appliances, and countertops are often a good bet, with a national average payback
of 79.3 percent.
Check if existing appliances work, and if they don't, then plan
on adding to the cost
of the
kitchen remodeling.
When home owners take
on a
remodeling project, they're often far more focused
on choosing glistening fixtures for a new bathroom or debating the type
of granite to use
on a
kitchen countertop than, say, navigating the intricacies
of the building permit process.
A minor
kitchen remodel such as changing hardware, resurfacing cabinets and other minor improvements can earn a return
on investment
of 83 percent, according to the 2016 Cost vs Value Report by
Remodeling Magazine.
Plenty
of decking for entertainment * main living
on first floor *
remodeled kitchen, granite counter w / back splash, 2 sinks, * pantry closet * gr...
The site also provides information and advice
on various home improvement projects, including a guide to
kitchen remodeling with the best payback and dozens
of exterior replacement projects.
Since the inception
of the survey in 2001, bathrooms and
kitchens have been jockeying for top spot
on the most popular
remodeling projects list.
David Imboden did much
of the
remodeling himself
on his 300 - square - foot
kitchen, complete with a breakfast nook.
As for the Traveler's Inn portion
of the house... the bathrooms are a lovely retro pink & yellow, we've put a third bathroom addition
on the house that is a complete blank slate at this point, we're still finishing our
kitchen remodel, I haven't even started
on the laundry room or dining room, and the family room is always a mess... goodness.
Kevin and Layla, I'm down
on my knees BEGGING for your help!!!! We've run out
of steam!!!!! We're in the middle
of a major
remodel, majority
of big things are purchased, and the
kitchen is almost complete, BUT...... we still have to decorate and do the master bath!!!! We can't come up with a paint scheme and that's a major hold up.
I can see us using one
of those Pods when we
remodel the
kitchen in the Seahurst home - thanks for sharing
on it!
I know it is just an updated
kitchen and might not be that big
of a deal in the grand scheme
of life or
on the scale
of some people's
remodels or homes, but it really means a lot to me since it took so many years
of waiting and working hard to get here.
If you are planning your own
remodel, you might also enjoy catching up with some
of my other recent
kitchen inspiration posts
on the blog (find the links at the end
of the post!).
Then something random hit me, I could use them UP
on my counter in the
kitchen (you can see my
kitchen remodel here) as a shelf to make better use
of counter space to serve treats at a party!
Today I thought I could offer a few more details
on my Quartz countertops, as they have become one
of my most FAQ
on the
kitchen remodel!
We are in the middle
of a
kitchen remodel as well and need to decide
on a sink faucet.
Stop in today and get started
on a bathroom or
kitchen remodeling project that will give you the room you've always dreamed
of.