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Getting a fixer-upper ready to sell. Increasing market value. Adding convenience. Making your
home larger, more energy-efficient, or more comfortable. Everyone has different reasons for
remodeling and improving houses. But whatever your reason for remodeling, you want to choose
improvements that will give you the
best return for your money. You never want to spend a huge amount of money on a property if you’
re planning on selling in the near future.
This book will help you choose remodeling and renovation projects that will help you achieve your
goals quickly and without a lot of expense. It focuses on quick remodeling projects that return a lot
for your investment – a fresh coat of paint inside and out, spruce-ups for the kitchen and bathroom,
new window
treatments, and easy landscaping ideas.
It also provides you with practical projects that can easily be undertaken and completed on the
weekend by anyone with a basic level of “handy person” skills.
However, when it comes to major work, it is strongly advisable to hire a qualified professional at all
times. Whilst you may be tempted to “save a few bucks” doing it yourself, the end result could end
up costing you more in terms of costs and headaches than you bargained for.
When renovating a home for investment purposes, I try and set a maximum renovation budget of
no more than 10% of the property’s market value. The reason for this is that by following this
formula, you tend not to over capitalize, and generally the increase in value will exceed the
renovation costs.
Unfortunately, not every property can be renovated within this 10% allowance.
So what do you do if you think the needed renovations might outstrip your budget? The secret is to
prioritize where you will spend your money. I suggest you follow these guidelines when setting
renovation priorities:
To sum it all up, use your judgment when allocating funds, but always stick to your budget.
home larger, more energy-efficient, or more comfortable. Everyone has different reasons for
remodeling and improving houses. But whatever your reason for remodeling, you want to choose
improvements that will give you the
best return for your money. You never want to spend a huge amount of money on a property if you’
re planning on selling in the near future.
This book will help you choose remodeling and renovation projects that will help you achieve your
goals quickly and without a lot of expense. It focuses on quick remodeling projects that return a lot
for your investment – a fresh coat of paint inside and out, spruce-ups for the kitchen and bathroom,
new window
treatments, and easy landscaping ideas.
It also provides you with practical projects that can easily be undertaken and completed on the
weekend by anyone with a basic level of “handy person” skills.
However, when it comes to major work, it is strongly advisable to hire a qualified professional at all
times. Whilst you may be tempted to “save a few bucks” doing it yourself, the end result could end
up costing you more in terms of costs and headaches than you bargained for.
When renovating a home for investment purposes, I try and set a maximum renovation budget of
no more than 10% of the property’s market value. The reason for this is that by following this
formula, you tend not to over capitalize, and generally the increase in value will exceed the
renovation costs.
Unfortunately, not every property can be renovated within this 10% allowance.
So what do you do if you think the needed renovations might outstrip your budget? The secret is to
prioritize where you will spend your money. I suggest you follow these guidelines when setting
renovation priorities:
- 1. First, check your cost estimates to see if all the renovation work you want to do can be
completed within your budget. If they can – lucky you! If not, continue to step 2…
2. Replace items where you will get the highest returns such as paint, kitchens, bathrooms,
and exterior curb appeal. Remember that “brand new” always outsells “refurbished.”
3. Refurbish the rest of the house up to your budget.
4. Remember that there is little advantage in completing a renovation 95%, only to have
few items detract from the home’s appearance. So the Golden Rule here is,
If in doubt, throw it out!
To sum it all up, use your judgment when allocating funds, but always stick to your budget.
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Home Remodeling Secrets
By Sal Vannutini
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By Sal Vannutini
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Determine how much paint you need
In general, one gallon of paint covers approximately 350-400 square feet. It’s better to choose a good quality of paint, as it
will provide better coverage than a cheap brand of paint.
You can also have your primer tinted to make the top coat of paint cover better.
When you buy your paint, always figure on a little extra in case you spill some.
Also, don’t forget to include doors, closets, and the ceiling in your calculations.
Don’t plan to thin down your paint. You will reduce the hiding and durability of the paint, which will mean you will probably
have to do an extra coat (using more paint than if you hadn’t diluted).
Prepare your walls for painting
The first step to a good paint job is preparing your walls. Taking the time to clean and prime your walls will make your paint
job look better and last longer. In fact, it may take longer to prepare your walls than it does to actually paint them. Specific
things you need to do include repairing dents and holes and cleaning and priming
the walls.
Repair dents, scrapes, and gouges
To repair dents in your drywall:
In general, one gallon of paint covers approximately 350-400 square feet. It’s better to choose a good quality of paint, as it
will provide better coverage than a cheap brand of paint.
You can also have your primer tinted to make the top coat of paint cover better.
When you buy your paint, always figure on a little extra in case you spill some.
Also, don’t forget to include doors, closets, and the ceiling in your calculations.
Don’t plan to thin down your paint. You will reduce the hiding and durability of the paint, which will mean you will probably
have to do an extra coat (using more paint than if you hadn’t diluted).
Prepare your walls for painting
The first step to a good paint job is preparing your walls. Taking the time to clean and prime your walls will make your paint
job look better and last longer. In fact, it may take longer to prepare your walls than it does to actually paint them. Specific
things you need to do include repairing dents and holes and cleaning and priming
the walls.
Repair dents, scrapes, and gouges
To repair dents in your drywall:
- 1. Pack the dent with joint compound.
2. Use a trowel to smooth the surface.
3. If the damaged area is more than about 1/4 inch deep, the joint compound will shrink and/or crack as it dries. If this
happens, apply a second coat.
4. Once the joint compound is dry, sand the surface very lightly.
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Dear Friend,
If you'd like to get a fixer upper ready to sell, increase market value or just make your own home more
comfortable, you're in the right place and here's why:
Home Remodeling Secrets will help you do inexpensive remodeling and renovation projects with
minimum expense and stress or your money back!
Why should you consider Home Remodeling Secrets?
Here is a summary of some of the things you will learn
Home Remodeling Secrets also has tons of additional tips including how to prepare a “homebuyer’s
notebook” for the house.
Learn how to create a listing of items such as paint colors, warranty information for appliances, sources
for floor coverings and window treatments, companies that have worked on the home, and any other
information that would be helpful to someone buying the home.
You can't lose with our 100%, ironclad, money back guarantee Home Remodeling Secrets is a
comprehensive guide that everyone needs to prepare a property for sale or just update their own home.
If you'd like to get a fixer upper ready to sell, increase market value or just make your own home more
comfortable, you're in the right place and here's why:
Home Remodeling Secrets will help you do inexpensive remodeling and renovation projects with
minimum expense and stress or your money back!
Why should you consider Home Remodeling Secrets?
- Reason One: Sal Vannutini has successfully renovated real estate for personal and professional
purposes for over 10 years.
Reason Two: 11 years in the real estate profession where he has witnessed what works, and what
doesn’t work when remodeling a home, and the effect this can have on the eventual selling price;
as well as his “in the trenches” experiences as a full time renovator.
Reason Three: He is also an international author and highly respected speaker on the topic of
investing in fixer-uppers.
Here is a summary of some of the things you will learn
- A fresh coat of paint makes your home look clean and fresh.
Take the guesswork out of colors, types and amount of paint required.
What about wallpaper?
Tricks and traps with wallpaper - How to measure, purchase, apply and remove wallpaper.
Do the floors need attention?
How to rejuvenate wood floors, repair or replace carpet or tile.
Is the house dark and gloomy?
Discover tips to brighten any room.
Are updated window treatments are in order?
Learn how to clean or upgrade window coverings.
Is the kitchen drab and dreary?
Quick, inexpensive tips to bring it up to modern standards.
How to transform an ugly bathroom.
Quick and simple techniques that bring the bathroom up to date.
How to dress up the outside.
Tips on increasing curb appeal.
Home Remodeling Secrets also has tons of additional tips including how to prepare a “homebuyer’s
notebook” for the house.
Learn how to create a listing of items such as paint colors, warranty information for appliances, sources
for floor coverings and window treatments, companies that have worked on the home, and any other
information that would be helpful to someone buying the home.
You can't lose with our 100%, ironclad, money back guarantee Home Remodeling Secrets is a
comprehensive guide that everyone needs to prepare a property for sale or just update their own home.
$17.00
8 weeks Money Back Guarantee!
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