1. Kitchen Remodeling: Updating the kitchen with new countertops, cabinets, and appliances can add value to your home.

2. Bathroom Remodeling: Upgrading the bathroom features, such as the sink, toilet, shower, and bathtub, can significantly increase the value of your home.

3. Add a Deck or Patio: Adding an outdoor living space is always popular, providing additional living space and potential entertainment or relaxation area.

4. Add a Bedroom: An extra bedroom is always a selling point for homebuyers, particularly in areas with large families or multi-generational households.

5. Install Energy-efficient Windows: Upgrading your windows to better insulate your home can also add value, as well as save money on energy bills.

6. Create Open Floor Plan: The open floor plan is currently in vogue, with homeowners looking to remove walls to create a more spacious and airy living space.

7. Add a Garage: This is particularly important if you live in an area with particularly harsh weather patterns.

8. Painting and Landscaping: Painting with a fresh coat or redesigning garden and landscaping can add much appeal to your home.