Are You Out Growing Your Current Home: Should You Remodel Your Current Home or Buy a Bigger House?

It comes the time every family faces when you realize, you’ve outgrown your current home.  Your lifestyle has changed, you need an in home office, or there just isn’t enough room at the kitchen table anymore.  Whatever the reason it may be there are two options you are left with: adding onto your current home or buying a larger home.  

Here are a few questions to ask yourself before making the tough decision:

What are the benefits of remodeling?  It is usually less expensive than purchasing a new home, unless you’re the type to splurge on expensive extras.  But if you take your time, you can remodel one room at a time and have it done the way you want it without overspending. 

What are the cons of remodeling a home? Dust, dumpsters, drilling, clutters, other excess noise and expense comes with remodeling.  Living in a construction zone is not ideal and can be dangerous depending on the type of remodel.  Plus, you will be sharing your home with many different contractors.  If your budget allows, rent a home to avoid the mess and disturbance.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of purchasing a new home? Buying a larger home is exciting at times and can start a new life chapter for your family and you’ve learned from mistakes you’ve made in your first home.  But it may set you back financially and significantly more than remodeling.  Before you decide, run the numbers to find out how much each option will cost.

Will building a home addition pay off when it’s time to sell? Adding a room because you need space and plan on staying in the home is one thing but improving the home with the intention of selling the home is another.  Depending on the updates you make, you may not see your full investment.

What are the 7 Tools Every New Homeowner Needs to Own?

Are you planning on purchasing a new home in the near future?  You may want to consider having these tools in your toolbox when you move!

Cordless drill- A cordless drill can help assist you with hanging shelves to photos in your new home and can get the job done quickly!  It is also a great option when it comes to working around corners or in tight spaces.

Tape measure- If you are trying to make sure your TV is centered or determining if a piece of furniture fits into a room, a tape measure is something you need to invest in.

Level- Hanging pictures can be stressful or challenging and the last thing you want is a bunch of crooked pictures in your home.  A level can ensure your pictures are level the first time.

Extension cords- Extension cords can come in handy during the holidays and parties.

Pliers and wrenches- These can come in handy for tightening shelves and cabinets or even small plumbing projects. 

Socket set-Your wrench set isn’t complete without a set of ratcheting wrenches with metric and standard sockets in different drives.

Screwdrivers- Be sure to stock up on different sizes of both flat and Phillips head screwdrivers.