With a long wish list of purchases ahead of you, you may be feeling unsure of exactly how you’d like to allocate your funds once your tax refund gets deposited into your account this year. Investing in your living space is something that you’ll rarely regret, as it increases your home’s value and improves your quality of life. Your home’s aesthetic can serve as an artistic expression of who you are, and is not to be taken lightly.
From full-on home renovations to simple fixes, there are many smart ways to upgrade your condo design using your tax refund. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Freshen up the paint
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Painting is the ultimate DIY home project that will completely freshen up your living space at a pretty reasonable cost. Consider repainting your bathrooms, kitchen, or bedrooms to brighten up your home.
Update the kitchen with a backsplash or new light fixtures
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If you’re feeling a little more ambitious, you can swap out your kitchen light fixtures or install a fresh backsplash. The right light and décor can make all the difference. As the heart of the home, your kitchen should be a place that you and your guests love to be.
Renovate your bathrooms
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It’s hard to frown in a newly renovated bathroom. Obviously, this is one of the more expensive options but if it’s something you’ve been planning for, your tax refund may be the extra financial boost you need to make your dream bathroom a reality.
Upgrade single-purpose spaces and furnishings
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Many work-from-home employees are recently realizing the importance of multi-purpose spaces. Your dining room table may be doubling as your work desk these days and it’s actually a practical way of living when you think about it. Take a look around and evaluate the functionality of your spaces and furniture, and try to do away with anything that’s only serving a single or minimal purpose.
Create a wallpaper accent wall
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Have you heard the good news? The modern farmhouse trend has finally had its day and is on the way out in 2021. It’s okay if you jumped on this bandwagon, many of us did. You can cover your shiplap wall with some eclectic, accent wallpaper to add contrast to your home.
Update your Home Office
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If you work from home full time, as many people do these days, then your home office is your livelihood. Keeping this area functional, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing is an absolute must if you want to have relaxed, productive workdays. Adding some wall shelves or storage baskets will help organize your office and reduce clutter.
When deciding how to spend your tax refund this year, take your living space into consideration. You can have the home of your dreams and you can’t put a price on loving where you live.