Ms. San Francisco Real Estate (Janice Lee)

10 Cheap and Cheerful Ways to Update Your Kitchen These quick add-ons and clever refreshes will give your kitchen the facelift it needs without spending a ton of money. The average kitchen remodel costs a staggering $18,856 — and high-end ones average $54,909. No bones about it: That's a whole lotta cash. But you don't need to shell out big bucks to make a big impact in an outdated kitchen. Whether you've lived in your house for years or you just got the keys, here are some easy ways to give it a refresh: 1. Bring in pattern. A vintage-inspired rug or lush floral wallpaper adds tons of personality to even the smallest of kitchens. If you want to try both at the same time, just look for patterns that have a linking color between them. 2. Hang floating shelves.  We could all use more storage, right? Take a cue from McGee & Co. and position some rustic ledges over the sink to stack dishes, glasses, and even some leaned artwork. 3. Ad...

How to Improve Your House before You Sell How can you maximize the value of your property when selling? Maximizing the value of your property before you sell not only gives you the potential to sell your property more quickly but it also means more money for your next home. In this article, we look at the most cost-efficient ways to improve the value of your home prior to selling. There are three main ways to go about adding value to your property before you sell. Renovations As a general rule of thumb, even the most cost-efficient home improvements will only net you around 80% of the cost of having them done. This may be an option if you’re having trouble selling or are looking for a fast sale but are not recommended for sellers wanting to add value to their homes. New bedrooms  – attics, extensions and basements can be turned into additional bedrooms and generally add the most value to a property. Conservatories  – Increasing the floor print of your pr...