DIY Home Upgrades

DIY home upgrades 

You don’t need a huge budget to make noticeable improvements to your home. You can ride the waves of the real estate market and successfully navigate your way toward a good return, or you can take matters into your own hands by increasing the value of your home. To learn more about ways to increase your home’s value, visit The Housing Hour’s website.

Fortunately, there are many cheap ways to get your home in shape without putting a dent in your wallet. You can make your home cozy, more functional, or more spacious while adding value. A few smart moves can turn time into money in your pocket.

Elbow grease, or sweat equity can significantly add to your home’s value over the years. We’ve outlined a few simple projects that can you can do around your house. If you have the time, these projects can be very fun and beneficial. Checkout this podcast from The Housing Hour to hear about other budget friendly ways to add value to your home.

Painting

Think about a fresh interior or exterior paint job to add value to your home. There are many ways you can use paint to change the feel and appeal of your home. A fresh paintjob on the outside can increase curb appeal, and there are many options for interior paint designs. Use a sponge or a texture to add complexity and warmth to the room. There are so many things you can do with paint that are cheap and easy.

Enhance the Entry

Make your place stand out with an alluring entryway. Draw attention to your home with some extra curb appeal by enhancing your front door. There are many ways to make your entrance stand out. If you want to catch people’s eyes, consider having big hardware on your door, or other accessories. Pick a bold paint or finish color that contrasts well with the home and keep a clear path leading to your door.

Landscaping

One of the biggest factors of curb appeal is your yard. Having a few well-placed shrubs, and an attractive lawn can make all the difference. Not only will landscaping increase the value of your home, as the plants grow over time, so does the value of the property. Any real estate professional will tell you that a home for sale that has a 30 year old maple tree on the property, will have much more value than a home with a 3 year old maple tree on the property. If you aren’t a green thumb or don’t have the time to maintain your yard, consider hiring professional landscapers.