It may seem silly to spend money on a home you’re planning to sell, but if you choose the right renovations, you can add to your home’s value and get your money back. But where do you start?

1) Furnace/HVAC upgrade

The furnace is the heart of your home, so it makes sense that you’d want it to be in great working order – and so do potential homebuyers. No one wants to inherit an old furnace that they might have to replace themselves, so they’ll likely breathe a sigh of relief when they hear the furnace is brand new. It will also pass on energy savings to the new homebuyers, as well as giving you potential government rebates.

2) Facelift

Making over your front yard is one of the best ways to add value to your home, because it’s the first impression people will have of your home. Do some landscaping and tidying up to increase curb appeal.

3) Attic insulation

Up to 30 percent of the heat in your home escapes through your roof. You can reduce this heat loss by adding more insulation to your attic. The new homeowners will be grateful of the heat savings and will give them peace of mind.

4) Plumbing updates

Really old plumbing can contain metals that seep into drinking water and are not good for human consumption. But it’s not just a health issue – home appraisers put a lot of weight on the quality and age of a home’s plumbing. Replacing your home’s plumbing is not as invasive or messy as it once was, so don’t feel overwhelmed by this project.

5) Bathroom, kitchen and basement renovations

Newly renovated kitchens and bathrooms get a huge return on investment because this is what homebuyers look at first when they view a home. You may be tempted to focus on aesthetics, like granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, but you should also pay attention to improving functionality and flow of these spaces. Finished basements add to the square footage of your home, resulting in potentially thousands of dollars in added value, so consider renovating if your basement isn’t yet liveable.

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