We hear a lot about what improvements give the best return on home improvements and updating. The kitchen and bathrooms top the list. Other items that are equally important and sometimes missed are interior/exterior paint, windows, and curb appeal.
Here is an excellent article on kitchen remodels on a bare-bones budget. Check it out:
http://blog.rismedia.com/2016/redo-kitchen-budget/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email