Home Improvements...Will it increase my Home Value?
Before you make improvements to your home it is wise to speak with a Real Estate Professional. There are many factors to consider and to weigh out when you are thinking of doing home improvement projects and additions. Will these improvement increase the value of your home depends on several factors...such as the neighborhood price range, the current value of the home, what the improvement will add, ie.... another bathroom, bedroom, update kitchen, baths etc. In addition, the length of time you plan to stay in the house will also effect the value of the improvement. If you are thinking of selling your house in the next year or two, it may be smarter to focus of certain improvements vs. if you are planning on staying in your home for 5+ years. Each case is different.
So, make sure you consult a Realtor before investing in Home Improvements.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Safety First
With the cold weather and holiday season upon us...... Please check to make sure that your Smoke detectors and CO (carbon monoxide) detectors are working properly and in the correct locations.
In Massachusetts it is a State Law that a smoke alarm and CO detectors in a home be inspected and certified prior to sale. The fire department representative needs to certify that the smoke alarms and CO detectors are operating properly and in the correct locations. They recommend smoke alarms to be located on the ceiling on each floor including the basement. CO detectors on each living level. (for specific requirements, please contact your local fire department)
In addition, if you burn with wood and have a wood stove, it is important to have the wood stove inspected and certified (usually it is the town/city building inspector who certifies). Give this certification to your Home Owners Insurance carrier. Most insurance companies will not cover claims in the unfortunate event of a fire caused by a wood stove if the wood stove wasn't inspected.
In Massachusetts it is a State Law that a smoke alarm and CO detectors in a home be inspected and certified prior to sale. The fire department representative needs to certify that the smoke alarms and CO detectors are operating properly and in the correct locations. They recommend smoke alarms to be located on the ceiling on each floor including the basement. CO detectors on each living level. (for specific requirements, please contact your local fire department)
In addition, if you burn with wood and have a wood stove, it is important to have the wood stove inspected and certified (usually it is the town/city building inspector who certifies). Give this certification to your Home Owners Insurance carrier. Most insurance companies will not cover claims in the unfortunate event of a fire caused by a wood stove if the wood stove wasn't inspected.
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