It’s no secret that remodeling your home adds value, but deciding where to start on your home improvement wish list isn’t easy, and often times it’s strictly a matter of preference.  In those instances where return on investment in concerned, however, most experts agree that, outside of adding square footage, a bathroom remodel is often one of the safest investments you can make.

Returns fluctuate from region to region, state to state, depending on market rates, of course, but most outlets report anywhere from 60-102% ROI for mid-range bathroom modernization, with an average between 75-80%.  In fact, bathroom remodeling was comparable in most instances to renovations that involved increasing square footage in the home.

It seems logical to assume major upscale renovations, such as adding a new level, add more value to a home than mid-range renovations, but often times those major renovations pay a lower ROI, especially in older homes.

Each situation is unique, however, and most renovations are a result of necessity, but homeowners focused on resell value might want to consider the value of multiple mid-range renovations as opposed to one or two major renovations.