Here\u2019s how to make smart home investments and avoid fixes that can fall flat. Below are the\u00a0seven do\u2019s and don\u2019ts for fixes that can pay off.<\/p>\n
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DO: Install an energy-efficient steel door. Selling your home is all about making a good first impression. And first impressions start at the front door.
\nDON\u2019T: Install a fiberglass front door. The higher cost won\u2019t mean a higher sale price.<\/p>\n
DO: Add a spare room. Converting unused basement or attic space into an extra bedroom opens your home to exponentially more buyers.
\nDON\u2019T: Add an extra bathroom. Plumbing, wiring and tiling make these small spaces extremely expensive add-ons. (However, if your home has only one bathroom, adding a powder room can be a major selling feature.)<\/p>\n
DO: Paint. The cheapest and easiest way to refresh a room is with a new coat of paint. If you do it yourself, the only cost will be for paint and brushes.
\nDON\u2019T: Wallpaper. Anyone who\u2019s had to remove old wallpaper knows what a dreadful task it can be.<\/p>\n
DO: Replace cabinet hardware. Changing the handles in the kitchen and bathroom is a cheap and easy way to add some flair.
\nDON\u2019T: Remodel your home office. Many buyers will look at built-in shelving and desks as something they\u2019ll have to spend money on converting back to a bedroom.<\/p>\n
DO: Landscape your property. A mix of hardy perennials and some vibrant low-cost annuals will give your home that all-important curb appeal.
\nDON\u2019T: Install an in-ground pool. Many buyers will balk at the ongoing maintenance and be fearful of long-term repair and replacement costs.<\/p>\n
DO: Make minor repairs. Scour your house from top to bottom for chipped paint, missing or cracked outlet covers to replace and so on. These low-cost DIY tasks will reap untold rewards.
\nDON\u2019T: Add a sunroom. They\u2019re expensive to install and, when dated, buyers will be leery of the cost of replacing aging windows.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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