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Home renovation is one of the best things you can do, but it does require a fair amount of patience, dedication and a budget. The hassle and stress will all be worth it but you want to go into it with a plan of action to get the most out of it. Renovating a property can soon rack up the costs, from the practical structural elements, to the decorating to the actual decorative items such as blinds and accessories. To get the most from your home renovation you want to make sure you have a financial plan in mind that will help you both in the short and long term. Here we have put together some top tips that should help you along the way.
Have a budget in mind
The first thing you need to do when you renovate your home is to have a budget in mind. You need to know what you can afford and a rough idea of what everything will cost before you go ahead with the project. It’s a good idea to speak to companies and get quotes prior to commencing the work so you can shop around and find the best numbers that suit your budget. You can then amend it depending on what you want to spend and know that you will be able to afford it as you go forward.
Have a spare pot of cash incase you go over
As with any sort of DIY project, you need to expect to go over budget. Often things will crop up that you don’t expect and you don’t want to be left with debt or not being able to finish your renovation as you can’t afford it. Consider the items you want to include in your renovation, right from the ceiling plaster to the light fittings and motorised blinds. By having everything planned and sorted out you know you’re in the best position before you even start the project.
Think of the longevity of your design ideas
When you are designing the look of your renovation you want to think about what design features are just a fad and what will last. Things such as coloured bathrooms are an old trend that went out pretty quickly and you don’t want something like this to happen that could impede how much you make when it comes to selling your renovation. It’s a good idea to go for safe trends that have been around forever as opposed to something that is just in fashion at the moment.
These are just a few top tips that can help you to make the most from your home renovation. Getting your home sorted is a big task but when it’s done right can see you make a lot of money in the future, as well as build a beautiful home to live in for the present. Are you considering doing up your home? If so, what are some top tips you have for making the most of it? Let us know in the comments below!