Home Renovation

The Hidden Costs of Buying a New Home vs. Remodeling the One You Love

There comes a point in almost every homeowner’s life when you look around your house and think, “is it time to move?”

Perhaps your kitchen feels too small. Maybe your primary bathroom still looks like it’s living in the 90’s. Or maybe your family has simply outgrown the original floor plan, you desperately need a home office, or you have an unfinished basement that has been patiently waiting for its moment.

Whatever the reason, suddenly Zillow has started to look a little more interesting.

But before you trade the home you know for something new, there’s another question worth asking:

What would happen if you invested your money into the home you already have?

For homeowners throughout Littleton, Ken Caryl, Highlands Ranch, Golden, Arvada, Evergreen, Morrison, Lakewood, Greenwood Village, Centennial, and the Southwest Denver Metro area, the decision between buying a new home and remodeling your current home involves a lot more than comparing a home’s purchase price to a remodeling estimate.

Buying another home comes with plenty of costs that aren’t always obvious when you start scrolling through listings. And sometimes, the better home isn’t somewhere else. It’s the one you’re already living in.

Don’t Move - Renew!

Easier said than done, right? Actually, no! Listen, we understand the appeal of moving into something brand new, or at the very least, new to you. But what if we told you that you can get that same “new” feeling by investing in the home you already have. Hear us out.

Featured Remodel #2310 by Project Manager, Chase Babcock

We figured the best way to celebrate National Home Improvement Month was to share another completed home remodeling project! And this was a FUN one!

Invest in the Home You Have

“Should I Stay or Should I Go?”  **enter song by English punk rock band, The Clash**

Apologies for the earworm to those who know that song!

When the idea of purchasing a new home comes to mind, investing in your current home is not always the first thought. People typically start thinking about what it would be like living in a new home, what a new neighborhood could feel like, and what features the new home may have that they’ve spent years hoping to have in their current home.

So, what’s best? Do you buy or renovate? We say, renovate!

Investing in your current home, rather than buying a new home, has incredible benefits. First and foremost, research has shown that the act of moving is more stressful than a breakup or divorce. And moving is quite likely the most stressful of all life events. For anyone who has moved, they can attest to this. So, moving to a new home is not for the faint of heart.

Home Renovations That Even Santa Would Approve Of

HO HO HO & Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals! It’s that time of year again when Santa Claus reigns and we overload our bellies with sweet treats. Suffice to say, it’s our favorite time of year. And, if you grew up like most children throughout the world, then you’re familiar with Santa’s naughty and nice list. Depending on your behavior, you either land on the naughty side or nice side of the list. This year we want to make sure, when it comes to your home renovations, that you land on Santa’s nice list! You wouldn’t want a stocking full of coal for Christmas. So, what are some home renovations that Santa would approve of? Well, let’s dive into some HO HO HOME IMPROVEMENT, shall we? 

We’re going to break down Santa’s favorite home renovations by focusing on the main areas that affect that jolly guy in the red suit… The fireplace, living / great room, kitchen and bathroom. Let’s start with Santa’s entry into your home.

Fall In Love With Custom Built-ins

Imagine this. It’s a fall day, 45 degrees outside, late afternoon, with a slight mist in the air. Now that the scene is set, let’s continue on. Now, imagine lighting a fall scented candle, pouring yourself a warm cup of coffee (or perhaps a cup of warm apple cider), grabbing a blanket, snagging your favorite romance novel (or Steven King novel, if you’re into that), and snuggling up to the pillows that live in your window reading nook as part of the gorgeous custom built-ins you just had installed in your home. You’re welcome for that incredible experience! Oh, you don’t have custom built-ins? You’re missing out! But don’t fret, we’re here to help inspire you.

When you hear custom built-ins, also known as built-in cabinets or built-in furniture, you might think to yourself, “Do people have these in newer modern homes, or are they strictly for the older homes around Denver proper.”  We’re here to tell you, custom built-ins are for ALL homes of ALL ages and ALL styles. So, here’s the story...

Adam Berlin in Littleton, CO on Houzz