Friday, February 28, 2014

Home Additions For Homeowner Types

By Mollie Burton


Sometimes, people purchase real property and after a while decide to pursue modification work. These modifications often result in home additions. Some may be in the growing family stage and find existing room numbers inadequate. The home may have two bedrooms and three are needed. Homes with land to spare may have additional options compared to those homes with no extra land. Homeowner options include restructuring existing living space or demolishing part of the home and rebuilding.

Some people who need additional living areas sell their existing properties and buy a larger homes. Others may find it difficult to sell at an appropriate price or due to financial reasons, are unable to get a new loan, to secure new and larger property for their current needs. Others may decide that the best course of action is to stay put and structure their existing property to meet their current needs.

Many homes are upgraded to provide more or new bathroom space and bigger and better equipped kitchens. Some homeowners want existing bedrooms enlarged or a bathroom added to a bedroom. Basements may be unfinished giving homeowners the choice of adding more livable spaces. These basements can be reconstructed to become independent units with their own entrances.

Adding space cost money. Applying for loans from financial institutions such as banks is commonplace. The homes are often used as collateral when loans are approved. Having a significant amount of equity in the property being remodeled or reconstructed makes loan approvals more likely. Those who have no loans attached to their homes have a very good chance of being successful with loan applications.

There is an abundance of willing loan providers for the purposes of renovating residential real estate. In many cases, the lenders have as their top priority getting information from the homeowner and any mortgage company involved, the percentage of equity held by each side. People who own their homes with no mortgage attached are considered attractive prospects by lending institutions.

There are many people making a living from the remodeling business. Engineers, carpenters, painters, lorry drivers, contractors of many different skill sets and electricians are some of the skilled professionals needed on many projects. The number of people and the skill level needed on any one project depends partly on how big the job is or how complex. Many people are employed on a contractual basis. A significant number are self employed.

Choosing who should carry out renovations in the home requires some due diligence. Contractors should be licensed and bonded to protect homeowners. Simply choosing the first contractor that comes along could be a costly mistake. It is important to get references from potential contractors and follow up by contacting the references provided. Some associated businesses providing remodeling work have good reputations. Others do not.

People often have remodeling work done to their existing homes. Some property owners remodel while others rebuild by demolishing all or part of existing structures. Finance is often sought by homeowners who need additional living space added. Many related businesses use contractors and subcontractors to perform the various tasks needed by homeowners. Caution and doing homework before hiring contractors is advised.




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