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Like it or not, it's a Buyer's Market. Buyers have more choices now than ever before and are able to "call the shots." Since competition for buyers is high, you must make your property just a little bit better than anything else on the street or in the neighborhood. Even small upgrades can pay off big. Consider these buyer-pleasing upgrades that don't have to break the bank during a house renovation:

Go green. Energy efficient products and household goods are attractive to buyers. If you need to replace items anyway, make improvements that are energy efficient such as adding insulation, replacing old windows, installing energy efficient appliances, and using low-VOC and zero-VOC paints and finishes (volatile organic compounds).

Improve flooring. Depending on where you live, tile and hardwood floors are showstoppers and easier to clean. Carpet is more expected in colder climates, but down south, you want open and airy. Even if you stick with vinyl flooring for high-traffic and "wet" areas, choose patterns and colors that mimic stone and other natural materials. Doing so adds depth and looks expensive, but it's not.

Add crown moulding and baseboards. Wider baseboards can make a room come to life, as does crown moulding. Sometimes 2 or 3 "layers" of crown moulding in various widths can add architectural interest, especially with higher ceilings. Framing windows and doors with moulding helps complete the look of a room—and can add curb appeal to the outside of the house as well. And all real estate investors know how important curb appeal is after a house renovation— you've got to get them in the door!

Add a deck or patio. Outdoor living spaces are nice features and really add value. If the yard is not so nice, a few flower planters can add color that dreary grass doesn't deliver. Many buyers want to purchase a home that already has a deck or patio so that they don’t have to undertake such a house remodeling project.

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WD-40 was created in 1953 by three technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company. Its name comes from the project that was to find a 'water displacement' compound. They were successful with the 40th formulation, thus WD-40. Although the ingredients in WD-40 are secret, according to the WD40 company website, it does NOT contain any known cancer-causing agents, has an indefinite shelf life, and can be your "secret tool"  during a house renovation. Use it for cleaning tools, removing adhesives and other gunk, and of course de-squeaking doors and windows. WD-40 has many other uses, too:

1) Removes crayon from walls
2) Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors
3) Removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor
4) Gives floors that `just-waxed` sheen without making it slippery
5) Lubricates tracks in sticking windows and makes them easier to open
6) Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes
7) Keeps pigeons away (they hate the smell)
8) Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots
9) Untangles jewelry chains
10) Removes stains from stainless steel sinks
11) Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill
12) Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing
13) Removes tomato stains from clothing
14) Loosens stubborn zippers
15) Removes road tar and grime from cars
16) Keeps scissors working smoothly
17) Restores and cleans chalkboards
18) Cleans and lubricates guitar strings
19) Removes bug guts off cars
20) Gives a children's play gym slide a shine for a super fast slide
21) Lubricates gear shift on lawn mowers
22) Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises
23) Keeps flies off cows
24) Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close
25) Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles
26) Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles
27) Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans
28) Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles
29) Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers
30) Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools
31) Removes splattered grease on the stove
32) Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging
33) Lubricates prosthetic limbs
34) Removes lipstick stains
35) Removes all traces of duct tape
36) Some folks even use it to relieve arthritis pain
37) Cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers
38) Protects the Statue of Liberty from the elements
39) Attracts fish; spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures
40) Takes the sting away immediately and stops the itch of ant bites.