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The experts said: \u201cIf you\u2019re on the lookout for a fixer-upper, or are just thinking of sprucing your home up, be wary of removing things like fireplaces and archways.\u201d<\/p>\n
Removing a bath<\/h3>\n
For many, having a bath is actually a luxury, and often it\u2019s something homebuyers look for when viewing properties.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Removing this to create either a wet room or simply a standing shower only \u201ccould put off a lot of prospective buyers\u201d. Not only this, but there\u2019s the accessibility factor to consider too.<\/p>\n
Removing a bedroom<\/h3>\n
Creating a walk-in wardrobe or another unique space in the house may sound super tempting, and whilst these things would \u201cadd value\u201d when created as an addition to the existing home, removing a bedroom to turn it into one of these spaces is \u201ctypically a no-no\u201d.<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n The experts explained: \u201cBy removing sought-after space like this, you could actually devalue your home and put off any prospective buyers.\u201d<\/p>\n They might sound like something that could add tonnes of value to a property, but in fact, loft conversions can\u2019t be considered as an extra bedroom. It\u2019s more like the space that was already existing has now been utilised.\u00a0<\/p>\n Whilst there is a potential for a well-thought-out, well-built loft conversion to increase your home\u2019s value slightly, they\u2019re known to be \u201cvery expensive\u201d, so the time, money and effort \u201cmay not amount to any significant value long-term\u201d.<\/p>\n It goes without saying, but really any improvement households add to their home that isn\u2019t executed correctly will ultimately \u201cdevalue the property\u201d.\u00a0<\/p>\n The property pros said: \u201cBadly thought-out conservatories, poorly executed extensions and even things like windows and doors; if they\u2019re not done right, they will cost you more in the long run.\u201d<\/p>\n In terms of \u201chome improvements\u201d, decorating is something that is less permanent, so theoretically shouldn\u2019t cause too much of an issue.\u00a0<\/p>\n However, it\u2019s known that properties that are decorated extremely boldly or in a unique style may \u201cdiscourage prospective buyers\u201d due to the difficulty of imagining their own style in the property.\u00a0<\/p>\n Not only this, but the amount of work a new owner would have to put in to re-decorate if the taste is really not to their style \u201cmay put them off too\u201d.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nLoft conversions\u00a0<\/h3>\n
Poor workmanship\u00a0<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nDecorating too boldly<\/h3>\n