Here are a few points to consider before you make your decision.
Compare the price
Check the current value of your property and also the cost of the property that you are planning g to buy. Check the difference. Now, do the estimation of Renovation that you are thinking. So, you can now compare the price difference of Renovation and buying a new place. When yer talks about renovation estimation, consider the following:- Things that require renovation – flooring, paint, shifting walls to make more space in the living room.
- Criteria for repair – for the upgrade of living standard or necessity
- Amount of loan that you can afford for renovation or if you would spend money from your pocket
When you choose your neighbour over the luxury
When you spend quite a good amount of time in a house where you know everyone in the neighbourhood, it becomes difficult to move and adjust in a new area, locality and making new friends around you. Children specifically are reluctant to leave their friends in the society. In that case, renovation should be your option.Do not forget to add up miscellaneous costs
If you are renovating the property, you will have to choose the right products which never happen in one go. You need to pay contractors and also remember the maintenance after renovation. If you are buying and selling the properties, then a lot of factors will cost you such as agents fee, stamp duties, marketing and time investment.Whatever choose should be feasible within your budget and should be of best interest of the family.