A house should express its owner’s personality. But when you’re getting ready to sell, it’s important to have a place that the new owner can envision themselves feeling at home in.

So when you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to know what kinds of changes you can make to the property that are useful to both you and its next occupant. For example, while you might be longing for a swimming pool in the backyard, they’re actually one of the most unpopular renovations for new homeowners. You might want to try adding a new bathroom instead.

While there are a few renovations that you should stay away from, there are also a large number of changes that work with anyone’s budget and taste. For example, just upgrading your fixtures or rearranging furniture can make a big difference to a space, while making a small difference to your wallet.

Below is an infographic showing the major renovations that are the most helpful in upping your resale value.

(Click to enlarge)

Source: eLocal.com

Adria Saracino is the Business Development Specialist and Blogging Coordinator for eLocal.com, a network of sites where homeowners can find local plumbing, roofing, and electrical contractors. She manages eLocal’s popular Blog-Off series, where homeowners can find insider home improvement answers from industry experts. You can follow eLocal.com on twitter @eLocalUSA. If you are looking for more from Adria, you can find her talking and tweeting about fashion through her personal fashion blog, The Emerald Closet (@Emerald_Closet).