Is an A-frame home cheaper to build than a traditional house?

• <div><p>An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between <b>$100 to $200 per square foot</b>, which is comparable to the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-build-house.htm">cost of a traditional home</a>. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.</p></div>

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Q: How many bedrooms for the best resale value?

• <div><p>You should aim to have three or more bedrooms for the best resale value, and having four bedrooms is considered the gold standard. Having just two bedrooms is a functional obsolescence for larger family sizes, so a minimum of three bedrooms is ideal. Adding square footage from additional bedrooms will almost always be worthwhile, though, and can easily provide an ROI of 70%.</p></div>

Q: How can I make sure my property gets the highest appraisal possible?

• <div><p>While parts of the appraisal are out of your control, there are some things you can do to potentially raise the home&rsquo;s value. You can make necessary repairs and upgrades before the appraiser visits&mdash;an appraiser can only value what is currently part of the home, not its potential. You can also provide the appraiser with the cost of recent upgrades. The appraiser will likely increase the value of your home by about 50% or more of what you paid for those improvements.</p></div>

Q: Do garden windows add value to your home?

• <div><p>Garden windows can add value to your home and are an attractive feature for potential homebuyers. These windows add a custom look to your home and usable shelf space for homeowners with a green thumb. You&rsquo;ll likely recoup your investment when it comes time to sell. </p></div>

Q: Does an attic ladder increase home value?

• <div><p>An attic ladder could increase your home&rsquo;s value. This is especially true if there was no access before and you plan to turn your attic into a valuable bonus space, like a bedroom, home office, or a beautifully organized and updated storage space. Potential buyers would likely see easy attic access as an attractive selling point.</p></div>

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Stonebridge handled the job very professionally, dealt with my insurance agent, and kept me updated at every stage of the process. I referred Stonebridge to 2 different neighbors. They were amazed that my roof was replaced in 2 days, while a competitor took over a week to finish the roof across...
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