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What Devalues a House the Most? Usually It Is Not What Homeowners Think

Most homeowners think old finishes or paint colors devalue a house the most. Usually, the bigger problem is deferred maintenance combined with bad design decisions. In this post, learn how awkward additions, mismatched windows, and renovations that ignore original character can quietly erase value — and why design integrity matters just as much as upkeep.