Is the house just ugly? What kind of problems does the house have? Is it mainly cosmetic changes that would improve the home such as painting walls, replacing sinks, etc? Look for a home with minor problems that won’t cost you a lot of money or require lot’s of contractors. Is
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10 Home Projects That Can Increase Value
New front door: Replacing a front door with a new steel door costs about $1,162 with a 96.6% return Kitchen updates: A minor kitchen remodel costs about $18,856 with an 82.7% return Bathroom remodel: The average remodel costs around $16,128 with a 75.2% return. If a remodel is not
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Wallpaper adhesive that won’t come off the wall: Mix a solution of hot water and vinegar (80/20) and use a wet sponge to apply it to the wall in circular motions. Leave the solution on the wall for 15 minutes and then use a putty knife to gently scrape off
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Don’t completely rely on reviews: Not all online reviews are impartial so you need to be careful about not just going off reviews. Ask for referrals from people that you know and trust. Use word of mouth: It’s always a good idea to get recommendations from people that you
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Redfin Flickr When homeowners need to do major renovation work in their home, they usually set out to find a contractor to handle the project. Keep these things in mind when choosing the right contractor for your home: Door to door: If a contractor knocks on your door and lets you
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