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Convert your garage

Dubbed the new loft, the garage is the latest area of the house that is being considered for conversion by families who are running out of space, but who can’t – or don’t want to – move. Recent research* reveals that you could add an average of £45,000 to the value of your home if you decide to convert your garage and you don’t always need planning permission.

“REVAMPING YOUR GARAGE WILL PAY DIVIDENDS”

But before getting too excited). ‘But if you have plenty of space off road to park your car (or cars) and the job is well done, converting your garage will pay dividends.’

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