Shawn Hinchey
Broker and Team Owner, Hinchey Homes Real Estate Team
RECO registered, TRESA compliant, serving Durham Region since 2013
Published: April 13, 2026 · Last updated: August 6, 2026
In most cases, targeted renovations before selling increase your sale price by more than the renovation cost. The key is knowing which renovations generate the highest return.
A renovation plan should identify the work, cost and repayment terms before the homeowner commits.
What renovations add the most value before selling?
The highest-return renovations for Durham Region homes are kitchen updates (new countertops, cabinet refacing or replacement, modern hardware), bathroom refreshes (new vanity, fixtures, tile), interior paint in neutral colours, flooring replacement (engineered hardwood, luxury vinyl plank), and updated lighting throughout. Curb appeal improvements like landscaping, front door replacement, and exterior paint also generate strong returns. Avoid over-improving for the neighbourhood.
What if I cannot afford to renovate before selling?
Hinchey Homes operates Renos for Revenue, a pay-at-closing pre-sale renovation program. The team funds and manages the entire renovation. The homeowner pays zero upfront and only pays from the sale proceeds at closing. This removes the financial barrier that prevents most homeowners from maximizing their sale price. The program is ideal for estate executors, downsizers, and anyone with a dated home.
How do I get started?
Call Shawn Hinchey at 905-449-4422 for a free in-home assessment. The team will walk the property, identify which renovations will generate the highest return, and provide a transparent, itemized cost estimate. There is no obligation.
“Agree on the scope before work begins. Repayment comes from sale proceeds at closing.”
Shawn Hinchey
Broker and Team Owner, Hinchey Homes Real Estate Team
RECO registered, TRESA compliant, serving Durham Region since 2013
Published: April 13, 2026 · Last updated: August 6, 2026
