Sustainable bamboo flooring is harder and more durable than traditional hardwood.
Home Improvements for $3,000 to $5,000
Tip 1: Add closet or garage storage.
Realtors agree that ample storage space tops most home buyers' list of wants. For less than $5,000, consider upgrading your home's storage by adding custom shelving to a closet or garage. Then, get organized. Start by sorting your belongings, then stash them away in your new closet. You'll end up with a clutter-free space that maximizes your home's value.
Tip 2: Green flooring choices equal more green in your wallet.
Worn, tired carpet will not only turn off homebuyers, but it can make you feel worn and tired too. Replace it with the hottest trend in flooring: renewable, environmentally-friendly bamboo. Solid surface floors are easy to keep clean and give your home an upscale look and feel. "Green" flooring choices, like bamboo, minimally impact the environment and are a big selling point to today's environmentally-conscious home buyers.
Tip 3: Resurface concrete.
Replacing the cracked concrete surfaces around your home can cost a small fortune. But for a fraction of that cost, concrete can be resurfaced in a multitude of colors and finishes. Consider adding a cobblestone finish to your driveway, a brick look to an old walkway or a slate finish around the pool or patio. Whichever texture you choose, it will be a huge improvement over standard concrete -- and potential home buyers will take note.
Watch this video for tips on increasing your home's value for $3000-$5000.
