Best fast fixes to get your house sold

Before you list your place, you'd better make sure it's the best one in its price range. Time for some low-cost projects with big results.

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Spruce up the interior
  • Paint: It completely transforms a space ($60 to $100 per room, DIY).

  • Replace boring light fixtures with statement pieces (as little as $300 for a chandelier at rejuvenation.com).

  • Install new switch and outlet covers (50 each for plastic, $5 to $10 for metal).


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