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.
- 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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Last updated April 17 2009: 8:50 AM ET