The Home Renovation Projects That Hurt Resale Value And The One That Wins

We ask the question: where does return on investment meet lifestyle when it comes to your home? 🏡 We discuss how to make all your money in the kitchen and bath, focusing on smart home renovation choices like quartz countertops. Learn how to maximize your home value through strategic kitchen upgrades and bathroom renovation projects. What home improvement projects do you prioritize for the best roi?Inside This Episode: Smart Spending vs. Money Pits 💡Are you renovating for your own happiness or for the next buyer? In this episode of The Fun and Mentals of Real Estate, we dive into the data behind 2026 home trends. We explore why some "luxury" upgrades actually hurt your resale value and how to decide when a project is worth the investment.What We Cover:• The Marble Trap: Why that high-end stone might be a maintenance nightmare for buyers. 💎• Defined Spaces: Why the wide-open floor plan is losing its crown to functional, tech-free zones. 🧱• The $100k Warning: Why a massive patio investment could be a financial mistake if you're moving soon. 🌳• Aging in Place: The truth about walk-in tubs and accessibility upgrades. 🛁• The 100% ROI Winner: The surprising exterior upgrade that pays back almost every penny. 🚗Timestamps ⏳0:00 - The renovation projects that actually hurt your resale1:28 - Quartz vs. Marble: The durability debate3:15 - Is the Open Concept dead? The rise of defined spaces5:14 - The new demand for "Analog" tech-free rooms6:18 - The reality of Walk-in Tubs and aging in place8:22 - The "How Long are You Staying?" Rule10:45 - The $100k Patio Mistake: Don’t do this before you sell!13:10 - The ONE upgrade that wins (100% ROI)16:40 - Financial Strategy: Using a HELOC for smart upgrades⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️🔗 Your home is your biggest asset.Track its value and build your wealth for FREE.: ⁠https://hmbt.co/HZmjRn⁠💡 Thinking about making a move? We're here to help you get in position and make the most of this opportunity. To get a personalized game plan for your specific situation, reach out to us.Click here to schedule a consultation: 🔗 ⁠https://forms.gle/9Q2G3a2t7PZnYqMR8⁠Contact Info:Angela DillmonThe Dillmon Group of Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield📞 (314) 277-7713📧 [email protected]🔗 ⁠https://adillmon.kw.com/⁠Glen CalvinGuild MortgageBranch Manager | NMLS #742330📞 (314) 249-2861📧 [email protected]🔗 ⁠https://branches.guildmortgage.com/mo/chesterfield/glen-calvin-714-cngca.html⁠Stay ahead of the St. Louis real estate market. Follow me for daily insights, listings, and tips:• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angeladillmon/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angela.dillmon/• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angeladillmon/• X/Twitter: https://x.com/ADillmon• Google Reviews: https://share.google/obZU5GR87RumXGG0K#HomeUpgrades #RealEstate2026 #HomeROI #StLouisRealEstate #TheDillmonGroup #HomeEquity #SellingYourHome #RenovationMistakes #SmartInvesting