The newest must-have in real estate

Jim_SamsonIt might seem a bit silly, but the tiniest little trend can have a huge impact on the perceived worth of the home you own or the home you want to buy.

At one point, having a large yard was something that was a must for most buyers on the market. Traditionally there’s also been a necessity for a formal living room for buyers.

But not anymore…there’s a new trend that’s building momentum everyday, and it could mean a difference in thousands of dollars whether you’re buying or selling…

Think about your own preferences when looking for a home to buy.

Do you have to have a home office? Is it a deal-breaker of the home you’re looking at doesn’t have an up-to-date kitchen? Is it a necessity for you for a home to have a 2-car garage?

No matter what your preferences are, there’s a very good chance that you’re not alone in that sentiment. And when enough people start jumping onto one thing, it can quickly become a new trend in real estate.

Like a snowball rolling downhill…

I’ve previously discussed a few major trends that have already caught on – energy efficiency and smart homes.

These are two larger ideas that require a lot of work on the part of a homeowner to accommodate depending on the age of the home.

But there’s an even newer trend that YOU could add to your home right now to add value…

A kids’ playroom.

More and more families in the process of purchasing a home are looking for a space dedicated to allowing the children in the family to let loose and play.

Many new buyers coming into the market, especially millennials, see it as a must-have, and are willing to sacrifice things like large yards to get them. And this looks like a trend that is only going to become more important.

But the good news is that this doesn’t need to cost thousands of dollars to install in your home like updating the kitchen or transforming your home into a smart home would.

Instead, why not convert the traditional dining room into a space for a kids’ playroom? Do you have an office space that you could easily convert before getting your house on the market?

The important thing is showing interested buyers that this is a possibility for them, and doing so could mean more cash in your pocket.

And as a buyer looking for a playroom, don’t necessarily count out the home you otherwise love just because it doesn’t have on by name. Think outside the box and figure out how to convert an existing room into the kids’ playroom you want.

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