You can give your living room a more modern look by making a few changes. It is important that the changes not only look great, but also give you the best return when it is time to resale.
Start by doing some budget friendly updates.
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You can stage your room by rearranging your furniture. Move your furniture away from the walls to make the room look larger.
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Bring attention to a focal point in your home, by creating a seating area around it.
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You can inexpensively add new window treatments to give your room a fresh new look. If the ceilings are low, hang the window treatment higher on the wall. This will give the illusion of height.
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For about $25 you can add a fresh coat of paint to give your living room a clean look.
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If you have carpet in your living room, have it professionally cleaned ($100-$150).
If budget is not a concern, then these updates are sure to make a huge impact.
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Add crown molding throughout your home. Crown molding will give your rooms a fresh look and they are popular with buyers. The price starts at around $1.40 per linear foot.
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If your living room does not have hardwood floors, then have them professionally installed ($3-$8 per square foot). If you have hardwood floors, you may want to consider having them refinished ($1-$1.50 a foot).
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If the carpet is torn or stained, have it replaced unless you opt for the hardwood floors. This will cost approximately $10-$30 per square foot.
These updates will look great and you will see an average return at resale of 40 to 66 percent. Don Wenner has the wisdom and expertise needed to help you select the updates that will maximize your return at resale. Contact Don today and check out his Lehigh Valley website to view the best properties in Bethlehem, Easton, or Allentown.
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