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There renovations are wants, not needs, OP, except for:
1. Any rotting wood exposed to the elements. 
2. Warped gutters that spill and make the wood rot.
3. Any other structural repair.

These are true needs because they can cost way more to fix down the road if they're not taken care of soon, so it's financially wise to do it ASAP. The others are purely cosmetic (ex: you don't like the look, some interior doors don't work, some tiles are cracked, some window frames have lead paint that no one is touching or inhaling, etc).

Homeowners do not recoup most of their cosmetic renovation decisions, OP. This is just the cost of homeownership - you're not getting a proportional bump at resale.

However, happiness is something to seriously consider. You don't want to be miserable in your own home!

So setting aside the wood rot and dysfunctional gutters, you have to accept that you're doing the rest for your own peace of mind and contentment. Your spouse has to understand this too,an you two have to receive quotes from several contractors to gauge what price you're willing to pay for this. 
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