Not everyone has the time to put major work into their home. 

There are tons of DIY fixes that you can complete in a weekend if you are committed to rolling your sleeves up and getting your hands a little dirty! (not really)

We filtered through some of the trendiest DIY hacks & projects that we think will be the perfect addition to spruce up even the most dated rooms in your home!

1. Paint A Room Or An Accent Wall

Painting a room or wall may sound like a tough job, but it can make all the difference and can be knocked out in a day! 

2. Switch Out Cabinet Hardware

This one may sound too easy, but we promise it can be the thing to turn your kitchen from average to awesome!

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It pays to sweat the small stuff. Especially when it comes to getting ready to sell your home! 

Here are some quick & simple tips to maximize your curb appeal, the inside feel of your home, and a cohesive style. 

1. Light

Natural light can sometimes be unobtainable. Make sure to replace any burnt out bulbs and use a higher wattage light bulb to achieve the brightness buyer's desire.

2. Mirrors

Mirrors are a simple and easy way to "add" more space to a room. They look beautiful as well as give the illusion that a room is bigger than it really is.

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Moving out or moving in? Cleaning is an important part of that process! 

From ceiling fans to baseboards there is so much to clean when you're moving out. We want to help make the process as easy as possible, so we made a checklist of everything you should keep in mind while cleaning. 

Just one less thing you need to keep track of! 

1.  Remove nails and cover up holes

2. Spray and wipe the inside of the refrigerator with soapy water 

3. Dust cabinets and wipe them down

4. Thoroughly clean the stove and oven

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We all want the perfect house, and of course, we want it to be comfy, updated and welcoming at all times! Keeping it updated can force us to dip into our savings account and it may seem as though the updates are a never-ending-list. It is important to know the average return on investment (ROI) of the projects you are thinking about completing so you can get the biggest bang for your buck. This could help you with the decision-making process of what needs to be renovated in your home before you sell.

Being happy with your home is a big factor with ROI, however, below are the 5 Highest ROI Home Renovation Projects.

Entry Door Replacement

We know it sounds simple, but it's true. Replacing your front door can make a huge impact on the value of your home. However, be sure to cho...

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1.  Taxes - Have you ever wondered why the property taxes on a new-build are so low? It's not because you are getting a deal! It's because taxes are paid one year in the rear. So the property tax bill being paid this year are for last year's taxes.  Why is this important on new construction, you ask? Because your first year owning your new home, you will be paying taxes on the vacant land before it was improved. This used to be one way a builder's preferred lender could approve you for a higher amount. Couple this with an adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) and you've got yourself the perfect recipe for a recession and foreclosure feast.  Does 2007 ring a bell? Year two of owning their new home, property taxes increased and soon after their rate raised as well. Suddenly, mortgage payments became unaffordable. When those home owners tried to sell, they could not compete with the incentives the builder was providing. Not to mention a buyer could build their dream home...

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