6. Add New Flooring
Replacing wall-to-wall carpeting and other outdated flooring will provide a great return on your investment. According to This Old House, real estate brokers estimate that an investment of $600 to $900 for new flooring offers a return of up to $2,000.
Juneja recommends using Pergo, a laminate wood that fits tongue-in-groove and is easy to install. An average-sized room would cost about $400, he said.