Flipping houses is all about one thing: Maximizing your return on investment (ROI). While it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of a new project, the key question for experienced investors is which improvements are most likely to pay out.
Certain projects consistently deliver strong profits year after year. From boosting curb appeal to updating key interior spaces, these four fixes stand out for generating the highest ROI:
- Garage door replacements
- Entryway door replacements
- Updated home siding
- Minor kitchen remodels
Door replacements
First impressions matter – and as one of the first things a visitor sees, garage doors are one of the easiest ways to boost curb appeal fast. A new garage door can nearly double your resale value, offering one of the best payoffs for the price. With an average cost of about $4,500 and a resale value close to $9,000, this upgrade consistently ranks at the top of ROI lists.
Right behind the garage door replacement is a new front door. It’s a smaller project with a huge impact – both visually and financially. At around $2,300, an updated entryway delivers an impressive 188% return on investment, making it one of the most cost-effective improvements homeowners can make.
Updated home siding
Appropriately, the benefits of the third fix to improve your resale value offers are three-pronged: Protection from the elements, energy efficiency, and aesthetic appeal. Replacing your home’s siding, with the most popular option of stone costing around $11,000, offers more than 150% return on investment while saving buyers money in the future, too.
Minor kitchen remodel
The last fix that generates the highest ROI offers a peek at one of the most lived-in parts of the home: The kitchen. Minor kitchen remodels, or upgrades to the kitchen that don’t change its structure (think new paint, new appliances, and more), become increasingly profitable with a return on investment of 113% in 2025.
Once you’ve made your decision on what renovation would provide the best resale value, Legacy Group Capital is here to discuss a tailored fix-and-flip loan. Our financing is flexible and comes with expert guidance so you can focus on the project, not the paperwork. Give us a call today: 425-635-4700
