Want to add value to your home before selling? When you’re looking to maximize your return as you prepare to sell, and who wouldn’t, be sure to prioritize upgrades that will generate the most value per dollar invested. Adding crown molding creates a nice touch of class, but it probably won’t pay out like a fresh coat of paint or new counter tops. Here are five remodeling projects to efficiently boost value in a home.
Avoid Capital Gains Tax on Your Home Sale—Legally
One of the best financial and tax benefits of home ownership is the tax-free income you can earn when you sell the house. Those filing taxes as single can exclude up to $250,000 of income and it is $500,000 for those filing jointly. Whether you are using the funds to...