Hi guys,
I am currently waiting on my tenants to move out so that I can do some minor improvements to the property. Basically I want to improve street appeal and make some cheap mods to modernise the place, in order to attract better tenants and higher rent return. I am really asking for any advice on what you think I could do on a budget and by myself in a short time. It's a single storey brick, 3 bed 1 bath, about 13 years old. I've uploaded a few photos to show what it's all about, but here's what I'm thinking:
I'm also considering repainting and recarpeting if they are in crap condition. Maybe replace the curtains with blinds. The last few tenants haven't taken care of the place at all, and since I'm getting the police to come evict them I'm expecting to have to deal with some ruined carpets/walls!
Does anyone have any suggestions?
I am currently waiting on my tenants to move out so that I can do some minor improvements to the property. Basically I want to improve street appeal and make some cheap mods to modernise the place, in order to attract better tenants and higher rent return. I am really asking for any advice on what you think I could do on a budget and by myself in a short time. It's a single storey brick, 3 bed 1 bath, about 13 years old. I've uploaded a few photos to show what it's all about, but here's what I'm thinking:
- Front facade - I'm thinking to add some street appeal I could render, bag or paint the brickwork at the front. It's pretty ugly in my opinion. I believe the cheapest option would be just to paint it but then it will need to be maintained. Any suggestions? The bush on the left is pretty high maintenance and drops a lot of litter on the driveway. I'm thinking of pulling it out and planting something a bit nicer.
- Kitchen - I hate this ugly laminate. I have read in Better Homes n Gardens mag that you can paint laminate with certain stuff to make it look pretty nice. Otherwise I will rip it up and replace it with a wider one to give a bit more of an overhang to eat on. I'm also going to put modern handles on the cupboards and a microwave shelf to give more bench space.
- Bathroom - I'll install a medicine cabinet and a modern water efficient tap. Replace any crappy silicon and grouting etc.
- Patio - My only real improvement since buying the property 7 years ago. I want to either tile it or have the slab painted. Can anyone recommend a solution to make the outdoor area nicer?
I'm also considering repainting and recarpeting if they are in crap condition. Maybe replace the curtains with blinds. The last few tenants haven't taken care of the place at all, and since I'm getting the police to come evict them I'm expecting to have to deal with some ruined carpets/walls!
Does anyone have any suggestions?