It is a good idea to get some basic information on any city or town you may be considering purchasing a home in. If you intend to live in the home or you are acquiring it for rent and then leasing a Wolverhampton buy, it is a great investment option.
The city is presently undergoing a major rebirth. There are many bargains to be enjoyed by the thrifty investor. These homes can be renovated and offered for sale or rental. The City was given the title of one of the millennium cities. It was named a city along with three other states, Hove, Preston and Brighton in December 2000.
Wulfrunians, as the locals are called, have a proud and distinguished history. It’s one of the largest cities in the UK located at the edge of the midlands and bordered in the southeast end of the city by Birmingham and Coventry.
The current financial crisis makes it very difficult for the average person to be able to afford a new home or the home of their dreams. It is much more practical and affordable to purchase a home you can afford and set about making it the home of your dreams. If you are working with a limited budget, here are a few key renovation tips to get you started.
Focus on the kitchen
The kitchen is truly the heart of the home. Most families spend most of their time at home in that area. Buyers and renters very often focus on that single area and will buy a home based solely on the kitchen. In most renovations, the money spent is recovered plus interest in the accrued equity in the home. Nice finishing touches that are noticed by buyers and renters include French doors, stainless steel appliances, counter-tops, and skylights.
Update the bathroom
Agents and visitors to a home use the bathroom in a home to tell its age. An old outdated bathroom makes the home look outdated and can undo all your other great renovations and fixes. Though it is one of the smallest rooms in the flat or home, it is one of the most significant. A common mistake made by rookies is to leave this room for last as no one will see it.
Depending on your budget, simple fixes can range from the addition of new sparkling chrome fixtures such as rainfall shower fixtures and new light fixtures. You can take it up a notch by re tiling the walls and floors, adding additional lighting, ventilation, and a freestanding bathtub is always a welcome addition to any bathroom.
Peel back the paint and old finishes
Stripping away the old finishes, wallpaper, and paint layers will strip away the years from your home. If you have the funds available, strip away old carpet and flooring as well.This final finishing touch to update your Wolverhampton buy is an important one. New paint, finishes, and flooring will update the look, feel, and smell of your new purchase.
To see a list of homes available for sale in Wolverhampton visit Netmovers.
To learn more about renovating & DIY check out The Telegraph which has articles and stories from various projects from over the years.
