HOME REMODELING EXPECTED TO REMAIN STRONG THROUGH Q3 2018

by | Nov 16, 2017 | Beth's Blog | 0 comments

Daily Real Estate News notes that remodeling activity will remain strong throughout the third quarter 2018, based on the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) report recently released by the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. The LIRA index projects annual gains in home renovation and repair spending of 6.3 percent for the fourth quarter of 2017 and up to 7.7 percent by the third quarter of next year.

“Recent strengthening of the U.S. economy, tight for-sale housing inventories, and healthy home equity gains are all working to boost home improvement activity,” says Chris Herbert, managing director of the Joint Center for Housing Studies. “Over the Bathroom remodelcoming year, owners are projected to spend in excess of $330 billion on home upgrades and replacements, as well as routine maintenance.”

For homeowners looking to remodel for resale, the National Association of REALTORS® publishes a report looking at the costs of some of the top remodeling projects. Take a look at the 2017 Remodeling Impact Report.

If you would like to discuss the best ways to maximize the resale of your home through remodeling, please give me a call at 214-769-2947. I have a great team that can help you develop an awesome plan.

Beth Brake: Owner/Team lead

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