Want to make a dramatic change with a minimal budget? Why not paint your room? Here’s some DIY tips and tricks from the pros. Check out Tips and Techniques for a Great Paint Job by Coral Nafie on About.com.

Before: This closet didn't offer enough storage for our client. 86% of buyers rank storage space as an important feature in a home (2005-2006 Maritz Research). So if you’re going to invest some money into your home, a closet is a great place to start. Special thanks to Top Notch Renovations Ltd., Five Star Painting and Divine Hardwood Flooring for a fantastic renovation!

Check out this former Calgary showhome in Copperfield we did a home staging consultation for. For more information on this beautifully constructed home, contact Lina Horner, RE/MAX House of Real Estate. (MLS# C3451861).

Sellers don’t always need to rent furniture and accessories to stage their homes. Depending on furniture, accessories and layout condition, a few tweaks can transform an average room into a showroom.

Remember to clean and pre-pack any personal photos as well as anything not in use. By depersonalizing your home it will appeal to more buyers.

Now the fun part – showcasing your home. If a new matching set is not in your budget, consider using just a comforter, but remember to steam out the wrinkles. Good luck on your quick sale!

Check out the other before & after shots from this home:

– Kitchen – Countertops
– Kitchen – Island
– Living Room 1
– Living Room 2
– Master Bathroom
– Spare Bathroom
– Patio