Basements
big
and
small
are
notorious
catch-alls
for
unwanted
stuff.
But
given
that
they
already
have
walls,
a
ceiling,
and
some
framing
– it
may
be
the
most
cost
effective
and
easiest
remodeling
project
you
do
to
your
home.
Whether
it’s
a
need
for
extra
bedrooms,
home
theatre,
playroom,
an
office,
the
ever-popular
home
gym
or a
rental
unit
to
generate
extra
income
–
basement
renovation
options
are
limitless.
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Upfront
considerations
Before
deciding
where
to
hang
the
big
screen,
consider
work
you
can
tackle
yourself.
That
will
have
a
large
bearing
on
your
budget,
materials
and
the
space
you
create.
Keep
in
mind
that
finishing
a
basement
requires
some
knowledge
of
wiring,
plumbing,
carpentry,
insulation
and
a
slew
of
other
skills
that
you
may
or
may
not
have.
Next,
consider
what
you
want
out
of
the
space.
What
will
you
be
using
it
for?
And
how
long
will
you
use
it?
Are
you
finishing
the
basement
solely
for
resale,
or
are
you
building
a
home
theatre
for
family
and
friends
to
enjoy?
While
the
answers
to
some
of
these
questions
should
be
set
before
plugging
in
your
table
saw,
the
extent
of
basement
remodeling
projects
should
be
kept
fluid
as
demand
for
specific
features
can
change
based
on
market
conditions
in
your
neighborhood.
It
may
be
helpful
to
go
over
design
concepts
with
your
Better
Homes
and
Gardens®
Real
Estate
sales
associate
to
get
a
more
accurate
sense
of
current
conditions
in
your
area.
Determining
structural
restrictions,
permits,
contractors,
window
and
ventilation
requirements
are
all
next
steps
on
your
way
to
creating
your
underground
Shangri-la.
When
the
dust
settles
In
the
weeks
and
months
that
follow
any
substantial
remodeling,
you’ll
reflect
on
all
the
work
it
took
to
get
you
there.
More
than
likely
however,
you’ll
be
curious
to
know
what
your
return
on
investment
will
be.
According
to
various
Cost
vs.Value
Reports
issued
by
the
National
Association
of
Realtors
and
Hanley
Wood
LLC,
basement
remodeling
projects
can
generate
more
than
a 90
percent
return
on
every
dollar
spent.
Buyers
appreciate
the
added
space,
something
that,
depending
on
the
circumstance,
will
make
a
nicely
finished
basement
attractive
in
almost
any
market.
Perhaps
most
importantly,
consider
the
changes
you’ve
made
and
how
you
and
your
family
will
enjoy
them
for
the
rest
of
the
time
in
your
property.
When
calculating
the
return
on
any
renovation
project,
that’s
the
factor
that
should
often
be
considered
most.
Contact
Me
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aspect of buying or selling your home because I’m
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Rand Realty Real Estate Professional . . .and because I
care.
As
your
Better
Homes
and
Gardens
Rand
Realty
Sales
Professional,
I
will
provide
you
with
the
information
you
need
to
make
an
educated
decision.
The relationship between a home buyer or seller and their agent is based on trust, shared goals and understanding. I strive to continually improve and to do this I listen and take the needs and wants into consideration.
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