Consider these four lucrative renovations to maximize the value of your home: 1) A new front door. A seemingly small thing, replacing your door with one made of 20-gauge steel costs just over $1,000, and pays for itself in no time. 2) A new deck. Despite the low maintenance of composite decking, a traditional wood deck sees a higher rate of return. 3) An additional attic bedroom. With more families now housing more members under one roof, an extra bedroom is a wise investment. 4) A backup generator. Up 28 percent from last year, this renovation became important throughout the country, as weather has become unpredictable in many regions.
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