"There are a few places where most of us spend a lot of time in the home: the kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. So it makes sense that bathroom remodels are saturating the renovation marketplace.
According to the National Association of Homebuilders, bathroom remodel projects have increased in the last two years, up 17 percent. In fact, they are the most common remodeling project these days.
But in these tighter economic times, surveys show that homeowners aren't necessarily going for the McMansion-style bathroom, but rather something that suits their needs. Practicality is top of mind.
For sellers, this means doing all you can to position the all-important bathrooms in the best light. If you're planning to do some remodeling, at the top of the list are things like ceiling-mounted "rain" shower heads, handheld shower heads, doorless showers. The big whirlpool tubs aren't quite as popular as a bit more luxurious and spacious shower.
But even though bigger showers are popular, homeowners and buyers are highly interested in green technology and energy-saving devices. They're looking to save money on their utility bills each month.
So, be prepared for buyers to ask questions about your utility bill and what types of energy/cost-savings devices you have installed, such as a dual-flush toilet. One button flushes solids by using more water; the other button flushes liquids using less water." [Read more]
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