6 Home Design Mistakes That Could Tank Your Resale Value—Experts Say Avoid These at All Costs

Design with heart—but not at the cost of your home’s future value. Real estate experts are urging homeowners to avoid six common design mistakes that could turn off buyers within the next five years. From decade-specific décor and loud wallpaper to oversized furniture and showrooms with no soul, these well-meaning choices could make your space memorable for all the wrong reasons. As one expert puts it: “Don’t strip your home of its soul just to appeal to some imaginary future buyer.” Want top dollar? Think timeless, not trendy.