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Consider professional-grade efficient appliances, multiple seating options, and marble or quartz countertops, Dogan says. “A renovated kitchen can add up to $100,000 to the value of a home,” for higher-end projects, she says. Owners can expect to recoup 72.2% of their investment for a minor kitchen remodel, according to the Cost vs. Value report. Earlier this year, Zonda Media released its 2021 Cost vs. Value Report, citing the trend of exterior improvement projects providing the greatest return on investment . With the exception of a minor kitchen remodel, fixes on the outside of a home represent 11 of the 12 leading investments. Notably, siding, stone veneer, and garage door replacements top the list.

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• To tame rising interest rates, the Federal Reserve has increased interest rates, making it more expensive to borrow money to finance home renovations.
• There are plenty of DIY options — just make sure to do your due diligence before, and measure and take your time before diving right in.
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