There are various positions expressed concerning how much recover of the costs of changes, additions, remodeling, upgrading, et cetera are recouped when such house is sold.

The question is what determines the cost value, and to whom, when these expenditures are made.

The financial value of a residence is certainly a factor in residential ownership but the quality value of use, enjoyment, and the complete living experience therein is also a factor.

Over previous times there have been many aspect changes involved when a residence goes on the market.

The value of the decision rests on whether financial returns or fullness of the living experience is of more importance.

The majority of residential construction is factored by potential for profitability in a certain portion of the mass market.

What was, or is, the more important costs returns you made for your personal living environment?

Food for thought.