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6. Strip the Bathroom

Since it's the smallest room in the house, remodeling the bath can carry a relatively small price tag, even when you replace everything.

Putting in a new tub, tiles, vanity, countertop, medicine cabinet, light fixture, floor tile and wallpaper will cost about $16,000. You'll see $12,000, or about 75 percent, come back to you at resale, according to the CVR.

To get an even higher rate of return, re-glaze your old tub for a like-new finish for $300 to $400. Remove or replace shower doors for an updated look.

When choosing fixtures and finishes, stay neutral on what can't be easily swapped out. A black-lacquer bath cabinet with a black glass vessel sink may look cool to you, but if you have to sell, such a unique style might not appeal to your new audience: the average homebuyer.

More Smart Home Updates:

1. Spruce up or replace your siding.
2. Add a deck.
3. Tweak your kitchen.
4. Repair or replace windows.
5. Overhaul your kitchen.
6. Strip the bathroom.
7. Find cash in the attic.
8. Earn bucks from the basement.
9. Add space to add value.
10. Add low-cost landscaping.