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For those of you looking to increase the value of your property, you need to know which changes you should make. You need to know which improvements will give you the biggest bang for your buck.

Look at these six suggestions. Each recommendation is a sure-fire way to add value to your home.

1. Make Changes to Your Yard

Even if you do not have a green thumb, you should look for ways to improve your lawn. Not only should you look to mitigate lawn issues from becoming out of control, but you need to be certain that you add valuable features to your lawn.

Be certain that you do not ever let weeds run over your home. Weeds can indeed attack your home's foundation and structure. And when it comes to useful upgrades consider items like decks, outdoor kitchens, and pergolas. You can find vinyl pergola kits online and handle the installation on your own.

2. Update Your Kitchen

Whether you are planning to stay in your home or sell it improving the look and function of your kitchen pays off. And if you are wanting to sell your property, you should know a modern kitchen is at the top of most homebuyers' wish lists.

Kitchen remodels can become expensive for you. You need to look at the value of each change. Popular considerations to make are refinishing your cabinets, modernizing your appliances, and updating kitchen colors to more neutral tones. Each of those changes is a good investment for you.

3. Enlarge Closets and Add Storage

Bigger and better closets and access to more storage are other renovations that will add value to your home. Your property cannot ever have enough storage. And for you sellers out there, your potential buyers are searching for it.

Look for ways to increase the size of your closets, and you should always try to update to a walk-in closet when able. Don't forget to improve the storage options inside your closets by adding more shelving, either.

4. Renovate Your Bathrooms

If your bathrooms need an upgrade, you should know that renovating them is a great investment. As with changes to your kitchen, you want to make sure and stick to a neutral color palette. And if you have any carpet in your bathroom, it needs to be removed.

Try to find a way to incorporate two sinks into any bathroom when possible. And also try to replace your outdated fixtures. You need to be cognizant of the conditions, function, and style of your commode, lighting, shower and/or tub, sink and tub handles, and switch covers.

5. Install Energy-efficient Products

Installing energy-efficient products is another great idea for you to consider. Not only can you add value to your property, but you can deduct those upgrades on your taxes, too. And you also are helping the environment.

You have both large and small energy-efficient products from which you can choose to purchase and install. Items for you to think about are ceiling fans, doors, HVAC and HVAC thermometers, kitchen appliances, and your laundry machines. You also should consider your property's lighting, your water systems, and your windows.

6. Add or Renovate a Garage

If you do not already have a garage, you should think about adding one to your home. It is a wise investment that will improve the value of your home. And you have all kinds of garage types from which you can choose, both attached and detached options.

For those of you who already have homes with a garage, you should look for ways to maximize your existing space. You also can try to enlarge it. If you do not want to enlarge your garage focus on adding shelving, cleaning up the area and removing any clutter. And don't forget that a modern garage door goes a long way in upping the value of your property, too.

Increase Your Home's Value

No matter your budget, you have options above that can help you. If you are not selling think about your needs for years to come. And if you are selling, you must invest in the changes that will attract more buyers. Either way, one of the suggestions above will increase your home's value.