Whether you are planning to sell your house at some stage or not, renovations can still be done to add some value. While you’re living in the house, the renovations that you do will add to your comfort but when you are choosing to sell up, the chosen renovations are going to give you better value on your property later on.

You need to know, first, that not all renovations are created equal. For example, garage conversions can be an awesome renovation if you are planning to stay in your home for life, but probably not the best one in comparison to a brand new kitchen if you’re selling up. It always pays to do as much research as possible into the options out there for renovation when you get started, and here are some of the best options that will help you to improve your property value.

Choose the kitchen first. The kitchen is known to be a good way to boost the value of your home - in particular the addition of high end appliances and finishes. New kitchens can significantly boost the value of your house and because it’s the place where people congregate, where people eat and where people make their memories, it’s a good place to start. Of course, kitchen renovations can be costly but these are the investments that are worth it when you want to make sure that you up your property value.

1. Move to the bathroom. The bathroom is one of the smallest and often forgotten rooms of the house. It shouldn't be, though, especially if you are trying to add overall value to the home. It’s a space where you can get ready for the day and it’s also a space where you can relax most. You will find that a bathroom renovation can add considerable value to your house and when you do, you’ll command that higher price on the market. 

2. Go outside. One of the best renovations that you can add to your home's curb appeal. That means getting outside the house and choosing to upgrade the way it looks - front and back. A home that has a spruced up decking area, a pool and landscaping will always sell for more than other homes. Imagine looking at your house from the outside and then determine whether you like what you see. This will tell you whether people walking past will have the same appreciation for it!

3. Look at the flooring first. The flooring through the house can have a huge impact on the value of the space. You can sell a property and retain its value if you look at upgrading the flooring through the house. If you have original hardwood floors, for example, you’re going to really retain some value if you buff these to perfection.

These renovations are not the end of the renovations that you can use on the house, there are plenty more! But these are those that you’ll benefit from while you live there as well as when you sell.