carpeting does make a room feel cozy. Laminate floors can be repaired cosmetically with repair kits found at home improvement stores. Hardwood flooring can be easily refinished if the wood is worn or water-damaged. Seek the advice of a flooring professional because real wood floors add a level of quality to a home that laminate floors cannot.
TIPS FOR KITCHEN AND B CHEN AND BATH
The first thing to determine in making upgrades to your kitchen and bath is what, in your opinion, constitutes a substantial investment. The key is to consider mass appeal for the sake of resale value. One homeowner decided to add a backsplash and more cabinet space in the kitchen. They also updated the appliances and refinished the oak flooring. Total cost: $10,000. The seller kept the price comparable to sales in the area and ended up selling for $27,000 more than the asking price because interested buyers started a bidding war. You do not need to bust your budget to sell your home, but you do want to create mass appeal. Kitchens are pivotal in home appeal. What can be done to your kitchen and bath to impress buyers without losing ROI?
TWO ENERGY-SAVING UPGRADES TO LOWER UTILITY BILLS
• Install an energy-saving smart thermostat for less than $300; this will save on utility bills.
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