. . .and another thing about your homes value

If you're contemplating placing your home on the market this year, and think that remodeling projects will increase it's value, please study carefully the table.

A scant two to three years ago, it was well worth the expense at completing rehab projects, but as house values have shrunk, so have the returns on remodeling jobs when it comes time to sell. This table outlines which projects bring the best return.

Project	Percent of Cost Recouped	Percentage Drop Since 2005
Replace Siding	80.7%	-15%
Minor Kitchen Remodel	79.5%	-19%
Window Replacement	77.7%	-12%
Major Kitchen Remodel	76.0%	-9%
Bathroom Remodel	74.6%	-28%
Deck Addition	73.7%	-17%