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✨Unique Circumstances That Could Make Your Home Worth More

1. Living Close To Starbucks
It’s obvious we love our coffee, but did you know that if your house is located within a quarter-mile of a Starbucks, it could be worth quite a bit more?

2. Kitchens And Bathrooms Painted In Shades Of Blue
Why is blue worth so much more? Potential buyers tend to see cool neutrals like blue and gray as signs the house is well cared for and maybe includes special features.

3. Trendy Features
While the term “trendy” indicates the features are popular in the short-term, if your house includes something popular at the time you’re selling it, it can potentially increase its value.

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️ If you’re planning a kitchen remodel, don’t forget the dishwasher.

Here are several clever ways to hide this kitchen appliance so it matches the décor.

1. A fake marble or granite top
You can help your dishwasher blend in seamlessly by replacing its cutting board top with a granite or marble one to match your countertops.

2. Cover it in contact paper
If your other appliances are stainless steel, but your dishwasher isn’t, you can make it appear as if it is by applying a sheet of matching contact paper.

3. Cover it with a cabinet panel
If you’d rather not be able to see your dishwasher at all, camouflage it behind a matching cabinet panel.

4. Install the dishwasher strategically
If you have an island in your kitchen, it is the ideal place to house a dishwasher.

5. Paint it
You can pick up appliance paint fairly cheaply at the hardware store.

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✨ While most people wouldn’t call the laundry room their favorite, it can still be a nice place to spend time doing laundry if you use the tips outlined below.

1. Invest In New Appliances
Not only will new appliances encourage you to use them, but they will also lower your energy bills and make your laundry room look great.

2.Install Cabinets And Shelves
Cabinets or shelving above the washer and dryer give you plenty of space for things like laundry detergent, fabric softener and the like, while a bar hung conveniently nearby gives you plenty of space to hang clothing to dry.

3.Use All The Space You Have
Purchase over-the-door hooks and storage systems to help you keep those things you need handy and organized so your room doesn’t feel cluttered and chaotic.

4.Create A Sorting System
Assign each family member their own basket or laundry bag and encourage them to use it throughout the week.

5.The Magic Of Good Lighting
Installing a lovely light fixture that allows light to bathe the entire room will not only make the space more functional, but it will also make it more inviting.

6.Choose The Right Flooring
Choose something that’s low maintenance, easy to clean, and as water resistant as possible, which will add functionality and beauty to the room.

7.Have A Folding Table
Whether it’s a permanent shelf installed along the wall or a rolling cart/table you bring out when it’s time to fold the clothes.

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It can be difficult knowing if you’ve chosen a good contractor or not.

As an investor, you want to spend as little money as possible but still receive quality work.

The tips below are designed to help you choose the right contractor for the job, so you get the most out of your investment.

Know what you want before beginning your search
Have a general idea of what you want to do before you begin searching for a contractor.

Ask for referrals
Ask family members and close friends for contractor recommendations.

Check out more than one contractor
Even if you really like the first contractor you talk to, get bids from a couple more so you can compare.

Don’t be surprised if your contractor can’t start right away
The best contractors are the busiest, so don’t be surprised if yours can’t begin work right away.

Do a background check
The contractor you choose should be licensed to work in the area in which you live.

Only sign a detailed contract
The contract you sign with your contractor should be highly detailed.

Don’t pay too much upfront
You really shouldn’t pay more than 10 percent upfront to any contractor.

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It’s possible to make your home look more expensive and on-trend without spending a lot of money to do so.

If you’re trying to sell your home but it isn’t as updated as it could be, try the DIY projects listed below.

1. Paint The Floors

Be sure to purchase porch paint instead of regular wall paint as it’s designed to withstand foot traffic better. Try getting creative with painter’s tape to add a unique design, but even a simple coat of paint can do wonders for any room.

2. Update The Light Fixtures

Outdated, ugly light fixtures can really make a room look drab and uninspired. Give your light fixtures an upgrade by replacing them with modern, clean-looking fixtures that complement any décor style.

3. Make Your Home’s Windows Beautiful

If your home’s windows have blinds, cover them with lovely window dressings to give the room a nice finished appearance.

4. Install Crown Molding

Crown molding can be wide or narrow, and when it’s painted a different color than the walls, it really makes a statement. Many people go with white for their crown molding, but a nice wood stain looks great, too.

5. Paint Your Fridge Faux-Stainless Steel

Visit your local hardware store and choose a metallic paint that matches your existing décor and cover the front, sides, and handles as necessary. You can even opt for bright colors as these are on-trend now, too.

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