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The Get-It-Rented Trifecta: Kitchens, Bathrooms,

Every real estate investor (and most homeowners, for that matter) has been there: you have a property that you need to get a rental agreement or sales contract signed on, and you don't have the budget for a total renovation. What do you do? Where do you focus your budget?

Focus Area 1: The Kitchen

People have a visceral connection with the area where they prepare their food; it must be clean, and it should create an "ooh, ahh" reaction. Chances are, your "customer" is a couple, and one of the two is a cooking enthusiast, and nothing will tip their decision in favor of your rental agreement or sales contract faster than an emotional tug towards your beautiful kitchen.

So what can you do inexpensively with a kitchen?

First, consider replacing the faucet with something new, sleek, shiny, and stylish; it's a cheap yet effective way to add style and polish. Second, take a look at the cabinets: how is the finish on the wood? How are the knobs/handles? If you can't afford to replace the cabinets themselves, consider painting, staining, or refinishing the wood, and consider replacing the knobs or handles (this is an easy and inexpensive way to add panache to the kitchen). As an alternative, you could always go for an artsy look and paint each knob a different color.

Third, review the kitchen flooring carefully. If it's vinyl, consider replacing it with ceramic tile; it's only marginally more expensive to purchase and you can lay it down yourself if you're handy. You can do anything from a shiny appearance to a stone look, solid coloring to extravagant patterns, and everything in between, and people love it.
As an added bonus, finish your tour of the house in the kitchen, and have them fill out the rental application right there against the kitchen counters. The more time they spend there, amid your fresh updates and warm feel, the more affinity they'll feel for the place.

Focus Area 2: The Bathroom

Like kitchens, people want to feel comfortable and luxurious in the place where they bathe. These are critical rooms, in particular the master bathroom (for the buyers/tenants themselves) and the first floor powder room (to show off to friends and family), for your rental agreement's success.

Begin with an appraisal of the flooring, just as you did with the kitchen, and consider installing ceramic tile flooring. If you can afford it, it will help.

Next, review the cabinets, with the same concepts that you used when evaluating and improving the kitchen cabinets.
This should go without saying, but the bathrooms must be absolutely, spotlessly clean. Before showing the property or giving out a single rental application, make sure the bathrooms (and the rest of the house, for that matter) are flawlessly clean.

Finally, add a few touches to help prospective tenants and buyers imagine themselves living in the property, showering in this bathroom, brushing their teeth in front of that mirror, etc. The easier they can imagine their (improved) lives in this bathroom, the better. Start by hanging an upscale (and unused) shower curtain. It won't break the bank, and it helps the bathroom look less cold and clinical and more warm and inviting. Next, buy a sleek, trendy stand-alone toilet paper stand, and load it with a (fresh!) roll of toilet paper. If it seems "yuppie" to you, you're forgetting that the entire point of these exercises is to send a singular message to everyone who considers your rental agreement: living in this house will make you classier.

Focus Area 3: Finishes

These are small things that make a big difference, and replacing them might seem mundane, but it's the details that people remember when they consider your sales offer or rental agreement later on. First, count the light switch panels in the house, and replace every single one of them with classy, possibly artsy, but definitely chic new light switch panels. People notice them as they walk into a room and turn on the light, and they'll think "oh, look at that!"
Second, do the same for door knobs. Circular knobs are boring; install curving, sensual handles, or unique and eye-catching knobs. Remember, these little details will aggregate to create a powerful impression of a classy and stylish home.

Finally, consider replacing the mailbox with something that grabs attention. Miniatures of the whole house are "cute," for better or worse, but often art galleries and craft fairs will have adorable or uber-chic mailboxes that will make a great impression before people even walk through the house.

Don't let money get in the way of creating a great impression for your property! With a little creativity, you can send a loud, clear message that your house is classy and stylish, and that it will confer that upon anyone who lives there. When you successfully convey that message, you can ask whatever you like for your rental agreement or sales listing, and people will pay it because they want to think of themselves as sophisticated.

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Blue Tree Cluster :: Modern Tree Landscape :: Framed Fine Art Ceramic Tile By Kristen Stein Sale Price: $30.00 See Reviews For This Product Description Colorful Bluel Trees in a rustic, abstract landscape by Philadelphia Contemporary Artist Kristen Stein. The artwork is signed by the artist on the front and signed and titled on the back. There is a dowel rod included that allows the framed tile to be displayed on a tabletop or desk. There's a pre-drilled hole on the back that allows for the artwork to be displayed directly on the wall as well. Features Blue Tree Cluster Image by Kristen Stein Ceramic Tile Set in Stained Cherrywood frame Frame measures 6x6x0.5 for a 4.25 x 4.25 inch tile Can be displayed on wall with pre-drilled hole, or on tabletop with included dowel rod. Supports hot dishes if you'd like to use as a trivet.

Singular Beauty Glow :: Modern Tree Landscape :: Framed Fine Art Ceramic Tile By Kristen Stein Sale Price: $30.00 See Reviews For This Product Description A colorful tree set in a cheerful cool-hued abstract landscape by Philadelphia Contemporary Artist Kristen Stein. The artwork is signed by the artist on the front and signed and titled on the back. There is a dowel rod included that allows the framed tile to be displayed on a tabletop or desk. There's a pre-drilled hole on the back that allows for the artwork to be displayed directly on the wall as well. Features Singular Beauty Green Glow Image by Kristen Stein Ceramic Tile Set in Stained Cherrywood frame Frame measures 6x6x0.5 for a 4.25 x 4.25 inch tile Can be displayed on wall with pre-drilled hole, or on tabletop with included dowel rod. Supports hot dishes if you'd like to use as a trivet.

Marked Horizon :: Atmospheric Minimalist Landscape :: Framed Fine Art Ceramic Tile By Kristen Stein Sale Price: $30.00 See Reviews For This Product Description A Warm Autumnal Minimalist Landscape by Philadelphia Contemporary Artist Kristen Stein printed onto a ceramic tile which is framed in a stained cherrywood frame. The artwork is signed by the artist on the front and signed and titled on the back. There is a dowel rod included that allows the framed tile to be displayed on a tabletop or desk. There's a pre-drilled hole on the back that allows for the artwork to be displayed directly on the wall as well. Features Marked Horizon Image by Kristen Stein Ceramic Tile Set in Stained Cherrywood frame Frame measures 6x6x0.5 for a 4.25 x 4.25 inch tile Can be displayed on wall with pre-drilled hole, or on tabletop with included dowel rod. Supports hot dishes if you'd like to use as a trivet.

Singular Beauty Red :: Modern Tree Landscape :: Framed Fine Art Ceramic Tile By Kristen Stein Sale Price: $30.00 See Reviews For This Product Description Colorful Tree Landscape by Philadelphia Contemporary Artist Kristen Stein. The artwork is signed by the artist on the front and signed and titled on the back. There is a dowel rod included that allows the framed tile to be displayed on a tabletop or desk. There's a pre-drilled hole on the back that allows for the artwork to be displayed directly on the wall as well. Features Singular Beauty Red Image by Kristen Stein Ceramic Tile Set in Stained Cherrywood frame Frame measures 6x6x0.5 for a 4.25 x 4.25 inch tile Can be displayed on wall with pre-drilled hole, or on tabletop with included dowel rod. Supports hot dishes if you'd like to use as a trivet.

ORVIETO: Hot-Plate Tile Ricco Deruta^ [Prod. 1622-ORV] Sale Price: $78.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description ORVIETO Collection: This is a very old and traditional pattern that originated during the Renaissance in the hill-top town of Orvieto - Italy.Truly one of Italy's most unique and interesting cities, Orvieto has a charming medieval character, mainly due to its celebrated Cathedral, a gem of Gothic architecture that took more than 100 years to build. The Galletto (Rooster) pattern's main motif is a crowing rooster that symbolizes good wishes for blessings, prosperity and well-being. Features Item Size: 6 X 6 (Inches) 100% Food Safe Dishwasher Safe Masterfully Hand-Painted in Deruta Italy! Genuine Artistica hand-painted product from Deruta-Italy.

Redi Niche - 16 inch width x 20 inch height x 4 inch depth - Standard Double Niche List Price: $99.00 Sale Price: $64.00 You save: $35.00 (35%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Tile Redi is the inventor of Tile Ready shower products. Tile Redi is both the industry innovator and industry leader of the Tile Ready shower niches, and has the industries largest selection of Tile Ready shower pans. Our shower niches comply with all local building and plumbing codes., unlike cheap imitations do not comply with local plumbing or building codes, and will not be approved by local inspectors. Don't be fooled by cheap imitations. Also, our shower niches are easy to install, unlike the "jigsaw puzzle" shower niches which require a master's degree in shower niches installations and a lot of free time to properly install. Features Tile Ready, Once installed, ready for tile, Tile set directly on niche surface, Market best water intrusion solution, Upscale design, Leak Proof Easy installation, No more manually constructed niches, No more vinyl liners, No more leaks Leak proof and mold free, 100 percent leak proof shower niche, No seams and no liners, No additional waterproofing, and It WILL NEVER LEAK One Piece shower Niche, Light Weight

The Pond :: Atmospheric Minimalist Landscape :: Framed Fine Art Ceramic Tile By Kristen Stein Sale Price: $30.00 See Reviews For This Product Description The Pond is an atmospheric minimalist landscape in cool greens and blues by Philadelphia Contemporary Artist Kristen Stein. The artwork is signed by the artist on the front and signed and titled on the back. There is a dowel rod included that allows the framed tile to be displayed on a tabletop or desk. There's a pre-drilled hole on the back that allows for the artwork to be displayed directly on the wall as well. Features The Pond Image by Kristen Stein Ceramic Tile Set in Stained Cherrywood frame Frame measures 6x6x0.5 for a 4.25 x 4.25 inch tile Can be displayed on wall with pre-drilled hole, or on tabletop with included dowel rod. Supports hot dishes if you'd like to use as a trivet.

RUSTICA: Wall tile w/Putto Vino Veritas [Prod. 1248-RUS] Sale Price: $338.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description RUSTICA Collection: Wall Decor... Tuscan style!This product is shipped wall-hang ready.Great traditional wall plaques for the final touch to your home decor... Features Item Size: 18X10 (Inches) Shipped Wall Hung Ready Masterfully Hand-Painted in Deruta Italy! Genuine Artistica hand-painted product from Italy.

RUSTICA: Rustica Four Season Wall tiles [Prod. FS7-RUS] Sale Price: $538.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Ogni stagione ha il suo frutto. Translation - Every season has its fruit. Our artisans created these four tiles based on inspiration from an old Italian proverb. Peasants performing the farming chores of each season and the name of each season in Italian are painted onto the roughly edged tiles. Use them individually as part of your seasonal decorating, or use them all at once in a wall grouping. - Shipped as set only. - Ready to hang with a concealed metal wire loop on the back.RUSTICA Collection: This product is part our Artistica's trademark Rustica Collection which represents a tradition within a tradition! Artistica's oldest and most proven collection still reigns as one of our best-selling lines.Best of all, all Rustica products are also very well priced!Every item in the Rustica collection is individually hand-made by skilled Italian artisans, and not mass-produced. The relaxed Mediterranean/Country tone found in this assortment of large and medium sized Canisters, Umbrella Stands, Planters, Pitchers, Wall Plates, Jugs, and Decorative Wall Plaques is right in line with current design and decorating trends. Features Item Size: 7W.X11H. (Inches) Shipped Wall Hung Ready Masterfully Hand-Painted in Deruta Italy! Genuine Artistica hand-painted product from Italy.

ANTICO DERUTA: Hot-Plate Tile Ricco Deruta^ [Prod. 1622-ANT] Sale Price: $78.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description ANTICO DERUTA Collection: Throughout the years, our Antico Deruta collection has been always considered the most formal depiction of the Ricco Deruta pattern. Its classic Arabesque decorative pattern is composed of rhythmic, curvilinear designs painted in a unique combination of regal blue and bright yellow. The foliated scrollwork motif featured in this collection was also employed in the architectural decorations of late Roman and Renaissance periods. Features Item Size: 6 X 6 (Inches) 100% Food Safe Dishwasher Safe Masterfully Hand-Painted in Deruta Italy! Genuine Artistica hand-painted product from Deruta-Italy.

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