Ah, the housing market. For those of us who have property up for sale, we’re either forced to lower our asking price or take it off the market, crossing our fingers that it’s only a matter of time until it’s a seller’s market once again. Until that happens, it’s important to keep your home updated. An upgrade doesn’t necessarily mean a heavy kitchen reno or a landscape lift. DIY Network has come up with a great list of updates for under $1,000. But my faves? Some major changes for under $100. Now that’s

in my budget. Here’s some of their under $100 tips: Pay A Pro Yup. An hour consultation with a pro is usually under $100. They’ll point out things you’ve never even thought of doing. Who knew brick linoleum was passe? Hire An Inspector A full home inspection will nip little problems in the bud – before they can become big break-the-bank problems. They can pick up on things that aren’t cosmetic – like deteriorating roofs, termite infestation or outdated electrical systems.

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Spend A Little, Gain A Lot