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Question: What are some inexpensive things I can do enhance the look of my home?

I have a very nice house, with potential to be beautiful. I'd like some advice on interior and exterior decorating and some simple things I can do to up it's appeal. I've already started doing a few things (put in new lighting), but I'd really like some more ideas.

Answer: Lighting is good...
Paint if you need it. It can completely freshen up the place. Window covering can be expensive, but you can also get some nice looking stuff for not a lot of $$$.
General cleaning is great, all that little dust build up in the corners and around light switches and under furniture helps too. Don't do anything wacky with painting like adding texture or wild colors...especially if you plan to sell. What you like might not appeal to the buyer. Keep it neutral. Minimizing clutter makes a huge difference too. Don't have too much stuff hanging on the walls and put on every shelf and table in the room. Filling nail holes and removing clutter from walls is a great thing to do prior to painting so you can cover up those little voids. If you want to spend a little more money.. refacing cabinets to make them more up to date is great, new floor coverings, you can't go wrong there; again, keep it neutral and add color with accents like rugs, pillows etc.
Outside...trim the bushes if you have any, keep the grass looking green (as possible int he summer), maybe some minimal landscaping around the front of the house to add curb appeal. Don't go overboard here either. Try some low voltage or even solar lighting to accent walkways.

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