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Updated about 7 years ago on . Most recent reply

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Dave Carella
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Converting a Garage/room back to garage. good or bad idea

Dave Carella
  • Investor
  • Port Charlotte, FL
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So... I come across a lot of these "3 bedroom" homes, that in reality ,  are nothing but  garage conversions.  People remove the garage door opener and add a hack closet in that area and now call it a room.  blah

So my question. would you open it back up? would it have more value since we are upgrading the entire property anyways? I think the days of closing up a garage to add more value to a home are gone. its ugly and stupid.

Any thoughts?

Happy Investing!

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Shawn Ward
  • Real Estate Investor & Consultant
  • Los Angeles, CA
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Shawn Ward
  • Real Estate Investor & Consultant
  • Los Angeles, CA
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@Dave Carella I really suggest that you ask 2-3 trusted agents in the area what they feel will get highest amount on your appraisal. 

Florida, like Cali are states where people do not need to park for snow, so many people use their garages for offices or extra rooms. 

Also, do your own research and find out out which comps higher in your neighborhood...homes with garages or homes with the extra room. 

Make the educated decision based on your local appraised values. 

All the best!

sjw

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