what renovations have the best resale value?

Are you thinking of selling? how about home improvements before selling? it is important to know how much money you will re-coup from these projects. below is a list from Hanley Wood, LLC the 2016 Cost vs. Value Report can be downloaded free at www.costvsvalue.com

1. Manufactured Stone Veneer : Cost $7,511 / Resale Value $7,504
2. Attic Insulation : Cost $1,272 / Resale Value $1,112
3. Minor Kitchen Remodel : Cost $19,744 / Resale Value $17,180
4. Garage Door Replacement : Cost $1,607 / Resale Value $1,316
5. Family Room Addition : Cost $84,969 / Resale Value $69,361
6. Fiberglass Entry Door Replacement : Cost $3,121 / Resale Value $2,534
7. Two Story Addition : Cost $169,858 / Resale Value $135,166
8. Wood Deck Addition : Cost $10,751 / Resale Value $8,401
9. Steel Entry Door Replacement : Cost $1,340 / Resale Value $1,040
10. Basement Remodel : Cost $67,012 / Resale Value $50,989

Hope this gives you some food for thought!