New Bedding.
The place you'll want to start is in the bedrooms. New bedding can really change the entire look of your bedrooms. The rooms will look fresh and appear updated with minimal effort. The cost for this small change is around $100 per bedroom. Just be sure to coordinate your new bedding with the current colors in the room. When it doubt, keep it neutral and simple.
Lamps & Artwork.
The next step in the updating process is to look at your lamps to see if they are dated, need new shades or if they even work properly. Sometimes new shades will do the trick (yellow, pleated or stained shades are definitely out of date) or you can replace the entire lamp for $25 to $50 per lamp. Artwork, especially the frames, can also become dated if not changed out periodically. Avoid 80's brass frames and find something that looks nice and fits the space. Wood frames are usually a good option. New artwork can be found for $30 to $60 per piece.
Televisions.
Nothing makes a Lake of the Ozarks rental home or condo look more dated than old box televisions. They still work, so you are hesitant to get rid of them, even though you upgraded years ago at your primary residence. Everyone has flat screens now, and your property looks cheap and dated by not having them in every room. The bedrooms should have around a 32" TV and the living room a minimum of 40" to 55". You can now get a 32" for around $120 and the 40'-55" in the $200 to $400 range.
Bathrooms.
Another simple fix is changing out that dated shower curtain with a new rod, hooks & curtain for less than $50!
Interior Painting.
A fresh coat of paint can be very economical if you can do it yourself. If you're unsure on colors, get some advice from friends and neighbors or peruse the internet for ideas.
De-Clutter.
It's time for a garage sale or maybe the dumpster for the following items: anything with 80's brass, box televisions, VCR's and anything prior to 2000. Also get rid of dust catching fake greenery and floral arrangements; they are not in anymore. Keep our accessories simple and to a minimum.
For a two bedroom condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can spend around $950 to $1,500 plus tax and you would have updated bedrooms, flat screen televisions, new lamps and artwork! A couple of extra rentals per year due to your updating would pay for your new decor. Taking just a little bit of money, you can make some small changes that will make a big difference!
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Osage Beach, MO 65065
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Fax - 573-365-5076
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