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diy: DIY Projects to Add Value to Your Home - 01/14/11 09:16 AM
When home values are soaring, it’s easy to find home-improvement projects that will add value to your home’s bottom line. 
But when home values aren’t moving all that much, you have to be much more thoughtful about which home-improvement projects will add the most value for the smallest cost. The biggest savings is in labor: if you can tackle some of these projects yourself, you’ll be out only the cost of the materials. So what makes a DIY project a good choice to up your home's value? It should have low-cost materials, be easy for an average person to complete, and make … (2 comments)

diy: DIY Projects and Home Repair with VIDEO - 02/26/10 02:30 PM
DIY projects and home repair can be a quick and easy way to spruce up your home, and even help sell your house faster.
With projects like polishing brass doorknobs, replacing light fixtures, and painting bathrooms, you can do it yourself and save quite a bit of money from hiring a handyman.
DIY projects and home repair can be done quickly and easily, but for more complex projects like wiring or plumbing, you may want to consider hiring a handyman. Check out this ExpertRealEstateTips video for step-by-step video instructions for painting, brass polishing, replacing lights and more on ThinkGlink.com
 
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diy: Our Handyman is the BEST - Check Out His Latest Video! - 02/28/09 01:28 PM
Andy, our expert handyman was just named HANDYMAN OF THE YEAR on Angie's List! Congratulations to him, and lucky you because you can view all of his great advice at http://www.youtube.com/user/ExpertRealEstateTips. Or click below to watch his latest step-by-step video on brass polishing.
Whether you are getting your house ready to sell or just want to spruce it up, consider polishing your brass hardware as an easy do it yourself home improvement project. Polishing your brass doorknobs gives your home a new look. Easy DIY projects like this will help you save money and sell your house faster.
 
 

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diy: Staging to Sell -- Painting - 02/13/09 02:46 PM
Painting a room is an easy, inexpensive way to spruce up your house and get it ready to sell. Professional handyman Andy Sjostrom shares his step-by-step technique for painting a room. Follow Andy's advice for a professional looking paint job, every time.
 
How To Prep For Painting...
A fresh coat of paint can be an easy and inexpensive way to improve your home and help it sell faster. But the job can turn messy if you don't prep for it. Handyman Andy Sjostrom shares his tips for prepping for a paint job. Most importantly, he says to "keep your … (2 comments)

diy: Why Hire A Handyman and Where to Find the Good Ones - 01/19/09 03:31 PM
Are you a homeowner thinking, "How do I sell my house?"
When trying to sell, or after the home inspection, skip the DIY home repair and hire a handyman or professional contractor. A professional handyman can help finish those home repairs quickly and without the stress of DIY. Watch this Expert Real Estate Tips video on professional handyman services.
 
Once you have decided to go with a handyman or contractor for your home repairs instead of DIY you want to find the best handyman for your home repair job.
Check sites like Angie's List or get a referral … (3 comments)

 

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