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  • @luism1209
    @luism1209 4 роки тому +658

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    • @muxi0121
      @muxi0121 4 роки тому +9

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    • @thomasjensen6243
      @thomasjensen6243 4 роки тому +2

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  • @mcrfreak3344
    @mcrfreak3344 4 роки тому +386

    Pressure washing sidewalks, driveways and decks can drastically change the look as well

    • @iqinsanity
      @iqinsanity 4 роки тому +11

      He recommends pressure washing every house. While not being clear I assume he means more than just the building but the accessory areas too.

    • @hremaddox
      @hremaddox 3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Good point!

    • @EVALUATEMYTHOUGHTS
      @EVALUATEMYTHOUGHTS 3 роки тому

      Good idea

    • @david7384
      @david7384 3 роки тому

      Great comment

    • @perigosu8449
      @perigosu8449 3 роки тому +1

      I mean... you have to pressure wash before you paint anyway... so if it still looks like crap = go buy the paint. If it looks decent = you just saved some money. Not pressure washing the rest of the property (where applicable) is just lazy/irresponsible.

  • @Joshua_Henderson
    @Joshua_Henderson 4 роки тому +47

    Maybe I'm the only one, but heavy, solid doors definitely fall under the "touchy feely" category for me. I just love the way they feel.

  • @TimR_3
    @TimR_3 Рік тому +5

    Hey Kev! 2 years later here I am 5:38. I renovated a little with your advice and got top dollar rent for a few years. I am moving back into the house as the mortgage is cheaper than renting in my area right now and I want to build a little more equity in it before cash out refi into another rental. Needless to say I am glad I still bought when I did, the home is now worth 60% more in appreciation alone. :)

  • @ninalovett7839
    @ninalovett7839 4 роки тому +59

    FYI: Formica is a brand that makes and sells countertops. Laminate is the material that most people refer to as “Formica”. Other companies also make laminate countertops. Formica also sells another solid surface countertop made of acrylic. I used to design kitchens.

    • @indiafmlmay
      @indiafmlmay 3 роки тому +1

      Kinda like Scotch tape or Band-Aids!

  • @vijo461
    @vijo461 4 роки тому +22

    Honestly depending on a person's situation; if a person buys an ugly house these inexpensive fixes can help new owners make their house look pretty until they are ready to renovate the part of their home that is important to them and their family. I feel that some of these ideas good even if you choose to live in it.

  • @linguaexdeo
    @linguaexdeo 4 роки тому +5

    I also recommend changing the doorstops and adding pin hinges where necessary. It's super easy, inexpensive, and makes a huge difference on how the baseboards look. I used bright brass even though the doors had antique brass hardware. It looks great, giving the house a bit of an updated look! I did not expect that result. The pin hinges will stop damage when it's not possible to use a doorstop.

  • @AndrewLitton
    @AndrewLitton 3 роки тому +90

    1. Paint kitchen cabinets rather than replace
    2. place film on old butcher block kitchen tops
    3. Refinish bathroom tile and tub rather than replace
    4. 8:33 - Scrape off popcorn ceilings
    5. 11:58 - Replace old baseboards and trim
    6. 12:48 - Replace door and cabinet handles/knobs with expensive feeling ones
    7. 14:05 - Add mulch to your yard to make it look nice
    8. 14:46 - replace electrical outlets/switches and light fixtures with modern looking ones
    9. 15:38 - add recessed lighting
    10. 16:55 - Pressure wash your home to make it clean

    • @TheTrueJDV
      @TheTrueJDV 2 роки тому +5

      the 11th bonus was paint ur walls 17:58

    • @tarab30
      @tarab30 2 роки тому +1

      Legend! Thanks :)

  • @binchen-realestatesimplifi2143
    @binchen-realestatesimplifi2143 4 роки тому +69

    Emotions sell single family houses. Like you said if it FEELS new it'll increase the value.

  • @corynorell3686
    @corynorell3686 4 роки тому +4

    Several of these ideas are exactly what I needed as band-aid renovations before I do a complete remodel of a home; much obliged.

  • @dajw7540
    @dajw7540 2 роки тому +2

    I’m a Realtor and I can tell you that putting contact paper on counter tops will actually COST you. Nothing screams “cheap” like wrapped counter tops. No matter how good of a job you do, it still looks wrapped, and DIY. Just invest in new counter tops. If your budget is slim, go with a good quality Formica. They’ve come a long way and some of them look amazing; plus Formica is low maintenance and very durable. This is a good video with good advice. The counter tops tip is the only one I don’t agree with.

  • @arx754
    @arx754 4 роки тому +186

    Just thought I'd mention that I had neighbors, a few years ago, who power-washed their house (had laminate siding, I think it's called. Looked GREAT. But, a few months later, they saw evidence of mold. Apparently, while washing it, the water got up UNDER the siding and didn't dry out. They had to remove the siding, get rid of the mold, and put on new siding. So, I'd just say to be VERY careful if you're power-washing your house and try to keep the water from going "up" under the siding. Not sure how you do that though; maybe you would want to climb on a ladder to power wash upper parts of siding so that you're not shooting water up under the siding? Try to wash "down" as you use the sprayer. (If that makes sense ?).

    • @tracyevje28
      @tracyevje28 3 роки тому +8

      yeah, and be careful you dont blow the existing paint off too!

    • @cherylkeithley7303
      @cherylkeithley7303 3 роки тому

      GREAT TIP!!! Thanks!

    • @lifewithneneh8087
      @lifewithneneh8087 3 роки тому +6

      that happened to my house!!

    • @WendyWilliamsLiving
      @WendyWilliamsLiving 3 роки тому +8

      Also, power washing can blow stucco trim right off... stand back and test first. We learned from experience!

    • @DaruDhillon
      @DaruDhillon 3 роки тому +6

      When pressure washing siding you always have to aim the spray head down not up. Otherwise, you'll shoot water in behind the siding causing potential damage.

  • @saborguerito
    @saborguerito 4 роки тому +2

    If you have a formica countertop you should really look into epoxy. You can sand and paint a formica countertop and do really cool stuff with epoxy for less than a couple hundred dollars. It will be permanent and you can even epoxy over it again if things down the road get damaged for whatever reason, perhaps maybe you just want a new look. It's super easy and inexpensive look for a stone coat countertops

  • @michaelanderson9792
    @michaelanderson9792 3 роки тому +1

    In the 80's my mother inlaw paid me to paint her garage started by washing the walls and sanding all the chipping paint then a primer painted the walls twice then final painting two coats the she called me before she sold the house to thank me 10 years later the garage still looked great I learned this from my family years before we got vinyl siding we painted the house a big job we all helped learned alot

  • @MercJB
    @MercJB 4 роки тому +51

    As someone who does hazardous remediation for a living, people without asbestos training should not be scraping asbestos ceilings. One fiber in the air can kill you in 30 years if you do something wrong.

    • @arx754
      @arx754 4 роки тому +1

      Jake: Well, as someone who knows little about asbestos EXCEPT that it's dangerous, I would never DREAM of trying to remove it myself. I would DEFINITELY call in the experts and pay the extra costs versus like you said, know I'll probably die in 20-30 years if I don't. (lol). And, anyone considering trying to do it themself should aIso consider whether they have PETS in their home. (Just guessing, but I figure I'd be risking the lives of my pets, too, if I tried it).

    • @MercJB
      @MercJB 4 роки тому +5

      arx754 I’m not sure about pets, it takes ~30 years before you and I would have mesothelioma so pets might not be effected. Either way definitely something to pay the extra money for, saving that lil extra money isn’t worth a life expiration

    • @arx754
      @arx754 4 роки тому +2

      @@MercJB
      Ture. And, a totally different thing I considered is whether in some states (or all?), it seems like they would require that you be licensed to remove asbestos. After all, it's not as if what you can remove can just be set out for trash collection or even taken to a regular dump. Seems like it's "hazardous waste" which means methods of removal and disposal of it would be regulated. Anyway, I DO agree with you on "call on the experts".

    • @pngo2017
      @pngo2017 4 роки тому +8

      As a state licensed certified asbestos consultant, I can tell you that most of us have already inhaled asbestos fibers the moment you step out into the world. It’s all about the level of exposure my friend. With proper respirator and wet method, a small home project isn’t going to be life threatening.

    • @MercJB
      @MercJB 4 роки тому

      Paul N It is all about the exposure, so how does increasing possible exposure by someone not having knowledge or experience doing that help? At the end of the day a homeowner is usually going to do something like this themselves but beforehand a little training is worth it.

  • @thetagg9362
    @thetagg9362 4 роки тому +2

    This has given me a lot of great ideas for my upcoming renovation. Thanks for the quality content, as always!!

  • @DreamCarsPro
    @DreamCarsPro 4 роки тому +3

    Wow! I love DIY projects! I love to do everything with my own hands, starting from the repair of graphic cards, assembling computers, repair and construction, and ending with the manufacture of small-scale models of cars. Thank you for the great video!

    • @free22
      @free22 4 роки тому

      Sadly, I hate doing all that stuff,

  • @inversereaction5371
    @inversereaction5371 4 роки тому +36

    You must degloss the cabinets before painting and use oil based paint. Trust me it will last so much longer. Also take off all the hardware to avoid drips. I would highly recommend sherwin williams Emerald line. It cost more per gallon, but would look about 10X better.

    • @cassicatastrophe1
      @cassicatastrophe1 3 роки тому +1

      Also tend to have to use less coats thus saving you! (:

  • @kellya8425
    @kellya8425 4 роки тому +3

    YES THAT seems to be the way they do it today is spray cabinets... however you could use painting pads (not brushes).... pads can often get'r dun in 1 coat, very little prep still = profit

  • @JasonWalter1
    @JasonWalter1 4 роки тому +25

    6:10 Great vid! I’m a Realtor in N Cal and my clients saved about $15k by just refinishing their ugly bathroom tile, sink, bathtub and shower enclosure. It turned out absolutely amazing! The tile, tub and sink look brand new. They also spent about $100 at Home Depot for new plumbing fixtures. Total cost of about $2k instead of $15-20k.

    • @Erika2
      @Erika2 4 роки тому +4

      Jason Walter That is amazing!

    • @JasonWalter1
      @JasonWalter1 4 роки тому

      Erika Kullberg: Finance, Investing, Passive Income Thank you!

  • @james5460
    @james5460 4 роки тому +1

    Very interesting techniques. I have to do my cabinets, I'll use some of your methods. The tile glaze idea could come in handy at some point, too. Thanks!

  • @AkSonya1010
    @AkSonya1010 4 роки тому +151

    For $100 - $150 you can buy a pressure washer that you can own forever instead of renting.

    • @LightGesture
      @LightGesture 4 роки тому +16

      Cheap ass ones you'll have to replace every year because the pumps are more expensive than the PW itself and most don't even make replacement parts.
      And forget Ryobi and other cheap pos's claiming warranties. They don't warrant crap that go bad.. like the pumps...
      Buy a $300+ range and you'll be set for a long time, and you'll have a PW that can do it all. not one that's weak. (Weak ones in your price range can hardly PW a deck properly.... you can wash windows and your car, maybe....

    • @matthines4748
      @matthines4748 4 роки тому +7

      True, but he can write off the cost of the rental for the pressure washer. If he is doing this on at least a dozen projects a year, it adds up. Same with renting a paint sprayer. If he owned the pressure washer, he will be able to write that cost off, or choose to depreciate it. I’d personally choose to create as many tax deductible costs as I can, reducing my taxable income.

    • @walterlimbacher4264
      @walterlimbacher4264 4 роки тому +3

      and use it to wash your car....

    • @AkSonya1010
      @AkSonya1010 3 роки тому +4

      @@LightGesture yes, if you are doing multiple properties invest in yourself of course, but to save money for one property you don't need to go buy an expensive one. I have an inexpensive small portable one and a good Husqvarna. My portable one is over 10 years old and I haven't had any problems with it but I only use it for small jobs and my roof.

    • @wilcoxtactical3716
      @wilcoxtactical3716 3 роки тому +4

      In theory that's true but there are no $100 pressure washers on the market that will perform well enough to do any sort of real cleaning, even short term. Rental pressure washers are usually thousands of dollars and work 50 times more efficiently. I've bought many cheap pressure washers and none of them compare to the professional varieties. I can't think of any in the $100 price that even have an engine. At that price point you'd be looking at an electric plug-in model and are usually around 1700 PSI and processes 1.5-2 gallons per minute. A quality rental will be 4000 PSI or more and push 4+ gallons per minute. In short 1700-1800 (even up to 2000 PSI) simply isn't going to work for serious grime/mold or stains which is the best you can hope for at $100 or less.

  • @justinfreeman4614
    @justinfreeman4614 4 роки тому +31

    Pro Tip: The most profitable DIY renovations... are basically all the same most profitable non-DIY renovations. Just depends how much time & energy you have vs how much money you have.

  • @summerwinter4
    @summerwinter4 4 роки тому

    Excellent Tips! Especially the one about the pressure washer! Thank you for sharing!

  • @Shallowleaf
    @Shallowleaf 3 роки тому +7

    I also love PPPPPPP, or, the 7 P's espoused in the military: Prior Proper Planning Prevents Piss-Poor Performance (in this context, let's replace "Performance" with "Profit").

  • @icarr121277
    @icarr121277 4 роки тому +158

    If someone covered my countertops with that cling film I'd want compensation

    • @artofmajic
      @artofmajic 4 роки тому +4

      They better hope they disappeared from town after that lol I thought u was the only one. Like how I upsell me with some fake ass counter tops

    • @miamivacation
      @miamivacation 4 роки тому

      Yes lol,if the countertop is real natural marble ,if that just need deep clean with bleach .

    • @cccsss9985
      @cccsss9985 3 роки тому +11

      Okay film counter tops is the definition of slumlord...

    • @weirdscience6820
      @weirdscience6820 3 роки тому +6

      Yeah that was poor advice. Skimp to that degree and you might as well take a wrecking ball to it. Good on him for making this video but has he ever used a kitchen? I also disagree with his example that because you can't see inside of a hollow or solid door, it doesn't matter. The security from solid external doors matter. I've seen disgusting work..theres shortcuts you just can't take. I didn't want to leave only 1 coat on a painting job as it needed 2 to get it done properly. There are always going to be people satisfied with doing mediocre jobs unfortunately, if not downright terrible. Investors not caring - how widespread it must be. Its incredibly dumb because pretty soon the shoddy work rears its ugly head as it can deteriorate up to a disastrous level - you can't believe they work in construction - and piles up because of further neglect. Utterly foolish but I'm sure a lesson must have been learnt from the value they lost on it. Don't screw up the job in the first place and ensure the place is maintained. Respect tenants - they are paying your mortgage after all.

    • @user-xc3yb1vk2e
      @user-xc3yb1vk2e 2 місяці тому

      That’s just the thing ….its not YOURS!

  • @themattwhit
    @themattwhit 4 роки тому +1

    that video of him scraping the sealing was so satisfying I am doing that to every room ever

  • @kiwiflare
    @kiwiflare 4 роки тому +18

    After pressure washing the outside of a house, I've found that buying a window squeegee from Dollar Tree and a bottle of Windex for two whole bucks you can make quick work of the windows adding a nice streak free shine and no real need to use towels or worry about hard water deposits

    • @jnetwork7159
      @jnetwork7159 4 роки тому +5

      If you want to do it for much less, use white vinegar and water mixed in a dollar store spray bottle. You don't have to go super strong on the vinegar but I do and it works great

  • @katehenry2718
    @katehenry2718 2 роки тому +1

    Sticky paper on the counter tops will last about a week before you regret it. It stains. It peels up. It melts. It cuts and shrinks open at the cut. You'll get back less than the cost of the paper. Just try to get that glue off later. Use that stuff for covering a kid's storage box made of cardboard. Blithered buyers or desperate renters will see that stuff right away and walk out.

  • @peterjani2765
    @peterjani2765 2 роки тому +1

    Great video Kevin, your practical skills are inspirational for other generations too. Practical skills on managing the deals are essential. Thank you for sharing

  • @WINWITHunWIN
    @WINWITHunWIN 4 роки тому +9

    Buying my kids & I our first home this year, and this is going to save me a ton of money when remodeling.

  • @Adam-pv4qn
    @Adam-pv4qn 4 роки тому +2

    Super helpful video, one of the best! Thanks, Kevin.

  • @danieleng2090
    @danieleng2090 2 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing! Very interesting DIY projects at home.

  • @dybo79
    @dybo79 4 роки тому +80

    I would definitely hire someone for an asbestos popcorn ceiling.

    • @stevengriffin5349
      @stevengriffin5349 4 роки тому +5

      Wet it , plastic on floor and walls, use a N100 hepa filter mask . Spread mats of plastic over plastic cover floor. After your scrap off wet, wet sponge and let dry. Now get a penetrating encapsulate. Ready to apply enough drywall skimming to get smooth , texture and paint. Use the primer in one paint prob wont need an initial prime before paint.

    • @troycager1724
      @troycager1724 3 роки тому +2

      @@stevengriffin5349 you're trying to sound like an expert but literally noone would use an n100 mask for asbestos

    • @MrDaltofrevr
      @MrDaltofrevr 3 роки тому

      Please do, I've seen so many spills from flippers remodeling projects. Ends up costing more in the long run when the state you live in deems your house unsafe. (Depends where you live on the legality of Kevin's advice)

    • @nofurtherwest3474
      @nofurtherwest3474 3 роки тому

      skim coat it or drywall over it.

    • @MrDaltofrevr
      @MrDaltofrevr 3 роки тому

      @@stevengriffin5349 the filter carts used for asbestos are p100 magenta cartridges

  • @nickth3kid
    @nickth3kid 4 роки тому +79

    Ever since I stumbled upon your channel I cant wait for the next video each day. The amount of content you put out is incredibly valuable. I appreciate your effort.

  • @meismax
    @meismax 4 роки тому +1

    Great video Kevin, more like this please! I've already subbed and liked.

  • @PinkKissedLips
    @PinkKissedLips 4 роки тому +269

    I would be so pissed if I bought or rented a place with contact paper counter tops. Let me do that myself but don't make me pay for that.

    • @crankybabicult
      @crankybabicult 4 роки тому +23

      I just moved out of a rental with contact paper counter tops. They are a nightmare in the bathroom when they get wet .. which of course they do. I'm still waiting to see if the property managers are going to try charging us for "damages" caused by the shoddy, cheap material.

    • @charliem.7492
      @charliem.7492 4 роки тому +6

      Exactly!

    • @peterl.104
      @peterl.104 3 роки тому +1

      I might try this at home for myself. I remember doing this decades ago for my mom in her apartment. Months later, the property manager came to put in new countertops after all my hard work, so I never figured out how long they would last.

    • @nofurtherwest3474
      @nofurtherwest3474 3 роки тому +1

      @@peterl.104 I did it on one section of counter top and it looks cool and has held up a couple years.

    • @LadyUnderhill
      @LadyUnderhill 3 роки тому +22

      Yeah, I can't believe this is being presented as an increase in home value.

  • @bronsonholbeck
    @bronsonholbeck 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome video Kevin! I am currently in the process of renovating my first investment property and will be using your advice for the cabinets

  • @wholesome122
    @wholesome122 2 роки тому +1

    You can also epoxy or put a thin set concrete layer on the countertop which I would recommend over just putting a sticker on it. Butcherblock is also inexpensive as well as cultured marble.

  • @milaniaxaira6395
    @milaniaxaira6395 4 роки тому +2

    Wow Thanks for explaining how to get it done :-) not as complicated as I thought

  • @myroadtours6147
    @myroadtours6147 3 роки тому

    #4 voted most I am defiantly paying someone to scrape and re-texturing my ceilings lol I'm just doing the first floor and leaving the top floor as it has some high ceilings that would require scaffolding. I have to wait til winter for this one.
    #5 Not sure how much I can do on this due to the way it matches the door trim etc. Now I have done this in my den after installing hardwood flooring.
    #6 Totally agree! My old knobs feel flimsy and cheap. So I'm installing nicer Baldwin hardware. Just did the basement today and the main floor last week including all the lock sets. Going to order new knobs for the top floor next week. This multi story home with a finished basement. So I'm already $500+ into the first two floors, probably looking at $1,000 total. I'm not sure on hinges, I will probably install nicer units on doors where they are more viable.
    #7 This is last on my list, a very long list but having the front yard re-landscaped is a must. I may start sooner than I wanted, I've got like a rock garden going on and its less than appealing. I already gave a tone to people in my neighborhood and you can tell a difference. I think I'll focus on the smallest section first removing the rocks and putting down some mulch.
    #8 Big fan of changing out switch and plug plates! This is an automatic thing each room i work on. Looking into more modern ceiling fans as well.
    #9 This is a good idea, I'm going to look into it
    #10 I'm going with repainting the whole exterior. Its more but it needs it, you can see some chipping. I think I'll do this next summer though as i want to add a second Air Conditioner this Summer/Fall. In the mean time, I am re-painting some of the interior, they did a lot of touch up work but only to portions of some walls leaving areas you can see the difference in paint shades.

  • @brianski007
    @brianski007 4 роки тому +2

    So I just did a renovation on my rental with these exact colors. Looks good, but for some reason the paint didn't come out like I wanted. It has some orange peel, and not smooth like Kevins. What's your secret Kevin? Coventry Gray is nice though and with the wall and trim colors Kevin recommends it's a great combo. I will be putting the house on the market soon as well. Turned out great overall! Kevin you're awesome!

  • @brendamartinez3281
    @brendamartinez3281 3 роки тому

    Thanks for this advices and not charging for them. You are great!

  • @nickzelner
    @nickzelner 4 роки тому

    You’re videos are dope can’t wait to start using some of your ideas

  • @wilmerandersson602
    @wilmerandersson602 4 роки тому

    Love the video! Please do more of these.

  • @hremaddox
    @hremaddox 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you! This is awesome, also for homeowners looking to increase equity in their property!

  • @carolfcavanagh3835
    @carolfcavanagh3835 4 роки тому

    Really enjoyed these good ideas; Thanks Kevin!

  • @kylealexander7024
    @kylealexander7024 4 роки тому

    This channel has so many different topics that im all curious about or am once i watch kevins videos. Seriously considering the real estate thing but my town is only 200 people...

  • @palapahub
    @palapahub 4 роки тому

    Edgecomb gray, Kevin´s favorite color for painting

  • @00godlovesus
    @00godlovesus 4 роки тому

    You are an absolute genius thank you for your time and passion

  • @claudettefolsom1509
    @claudettefolsom1509 2 роки тому

    You are easy too understand love this you're enjoyable l am learning

  • @mae2298
    @mae2298 2 роки тому

    Wow, I did not know this about the countertops. I almost did an epoxy countertop instead. This is going to save me so much money for the same effect. Thank you 😀

  • @drishanadasilva463
    @drishanadasilva463 4 роки тому

    Wow, so glad I found your channel. Thank you

  • @stevengriffin5349
    @stevengriffin5349 4 роки тому

    Try sheet laminate with hardwood nosing and tile back splash. I first saw this in Idaho entry level home kitchen. Depending on size , costs are way $500 and real nice look. Perfect for entry, rental and even mid market homes.

  • @MrClimateCriminal
    @MrClimateCriminal 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks meetkevin. Just in time for my very low cost Reno

  • @BeefcakeButch
    @BeefcakeButch 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome vid, Kevin!!

  • @MyGreenNest
    @MyGreenNest 4 роки тому +3

    Spray all the hardware with dark bronze and you will save a ton more! Been doing that at my house!

  • @miamivacation
    @miamivacation 4 роки тому

    Thank u Kevin
    Ur suggestions are useful

  • @suzanneboily5224
    @suzanneboily5224 3 роки тому

    Your amazing! Thanks for sharing!💖

  • @kismetbridgeforth9131
    @kismetbridgeforth9131 2 роки тому

    You are so n point, herein!!! Thanks for sharing.

  • @xTuga88x
    @xTuga88x 4 роки тому

    Great tips! Loved the video.

  • @equinox219
    @equinox219 4 роки тому +3

    Very Informative! Thank you!

  • @frankrivero7587
    @frankrivero7587 4 роки тому +3

    We want more DIY videos like this!

  • @deephrasayavong807
    @deephrasayavong807 4 роки тому

    AMAZING CONTENT! Thank YOU:)

  • @Imaboss42095
    @Imaboss42095 4 роки тому

    Learned so much from another #MeetKevin vid as usual.

  • @chrisfoley1994
    @chrisfoley1994 4 роки тому +1

    Love the video man!

  • @user-yh5gp2hy2q
    @user-yh5gp2hy2q 4 роки тому

    Thank you for the great information. I just noticed Tropico BGM. :)

  • @aloha-lu9gr
    @aloha-lu9gr 3 роки тому

    thank you so much Kevin!

  • @Lostinstarsss
    @Lostinstarsss 3 роки тому +9

    Good tips but honestly I'd never buy a house with contact paper shit on the countertops. That would be a HUGE no for me.

    • @Lostinstarsss
      @Lostinstarsss 3 роки тому

      @F youtube Twice I definitely agree with you!

  • @Papachief23
    @Papachief23 4 роки тому +8

    Thanks Kevin for your insights. These videos great!!

  • @JohnVanderbeck
    @JohnVanderbeck 4 роки тому +4

    Why does everyone hate wood cabinetry? As long as they are in good shape, clean, and not damaged, as a renter myself I'm fine with them. I care more about the quality of the appliances.

  • @ritagaston1556
    @ritagaston1556 4 роки тому

    You are great. Thanks for very logical tips.

  • @kylealexander7024
    @kylealexander7024 4 роки тому

    Did almost all this work plus some light plumbing and yardwork for my neighbor on new place he bought. Spent 30k on my labor and all materials on a 50k single wide from the 70s.increased house value to 180k

  • @wilberzelada8796
    @wilberzelada8796 4 роки тому +1

    Search a good video I wish I would’ve seen something like this when I first started investing in real estate 👍🏽

  • @cptrex-7567
    @cptrex-7567 6 місяців тому

    1. Cabinet painting
    2. Formica/laminate countertops
    3. Tile glazing
    4. Scraping acoustic ceilings
    5. Baseboards & trim
    6. Hardware
    7. Mulch
    8. Basic electrical; switches, outlets, fixtures
    9. Can lights on dimmer switch 100W
    10. Pressure wash
    Bonus: paint

  • @sunflowerarts5
    @sunflowerarts5 3 роки тому

    Good info thanks

  • @mrcwoodworks4523
    @mrcwoodworks4523 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks for posting i didn’t skip any ads sir

  • @TheSexMechanic
    @TheSexMechanic 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the info Kevin! I've learned quite a bit about how to save while making money as a RE investor. Do you have a video on the best ROI DIY projects for rental investment properties as well?

  • @goldydog1
    @goldydog1 3 роки тому +6

    Great video. I do feel like your countertop trick is a little deceptive though. How durable is that sheet? As a home buyer, I would feel a little jipped if I accidentally ripped the sheet and uncovered a poor condition countertop.

  • @KashiGirl911
    @KashiGirl911 4 роки тому +1

    Actually really good information. Thanks!

  • @RealtorStacie
    @RealtorStacie 4 роки тому +1

    YES! Thank you for the quality and legit content!!! Many of these are fantastic suggestions and exactly what I suggest to many of my clients when they sell. Great DIY list and demo videos.👍

  • @ebbiejae
    @ebbiejae 3 роки тому

    My absolute favorite real estate guy/ytb channel 💪🏽

  • @madscientistkicks
    @madscientistkicks 3 роки тому

    Easy subscribe, great channel. Glad I ran into it 👌🏾

  • @JaysonBumbalough
    @JaysonBumbalough 3 роки тому

    I just learned the hard way. If painting over cabinets that were varnished and stained use a primer with stain blocking. It’ll say it on the label. I’m having good luck with a enamel cabinet paint.

  • @laffilmfest3759
    @laffilmfest3759 3 роки тому

    Very good list of things to do!

  • @saborguerito
    @saborguerito 4 роки тому +1

    That can light replacement suggestion is VERY good! I love that they made those. You can really get a good return

  • @martymartyn7829
    @martymartyn7829 2 роки тому

    Thank you. Just want to improve the look pour moi. The plus is that if I ever did sell, it would bring a better offer.

  • @rashadfoux6927
    @rashadfoux6927 4 роки тому +81

    You had me at "Eliminating the need to sand the cabinets down."

    • @jacobransom971
      @jacobransom971 4 роки тому +10

      There’s literally nothing you can do that eliminates the need to sand.

    • @artofmajic
      @artofmajic 4 роки тому +10

      He had me with them Formica countertops. They lovely and all but imagine someone upselling you a house and u find out your counters just laminated paper

    • @Adastical
      @Adastical 4 роки тому +4

      @@artofmajic that will be terrible. But these are for people that want to rent

    • @bwj999
      @bwj999 3 роки тому

      In my experience you just need to clean the surface well if using a really good quality primer -and preferably top cabinet doors with an oil paint. The countertops should be painted with epoxy - that sticker is a bad idea.

    • @sz4179
      @sz4179 3 роки тому +2

      @@bwj999 Epoxy hardener is mostly Bisphenol A. Some type was at one time considered food grade, and used to coat the inside of water tanks on boats, but ... since BpA is being banned and restricted and in the public eye, I wouldn't want it ever see or use it on a food prep surface! Also it deteriorates when exposed to UV light, so needs a varnish or coating over it..

  • @sallydavidson4471
    @sallydavidson4471 2 роки тому

    Don't forget tuck pointing after pressure washing the painted exterior bricks! I wouldn't be surprised if moisture was seen on the interior side of this foundation! Hopefully it'll dry up and is not in a finished drywall which could lead to mold!

  • @7752433
    @7752433 4 роки тому

    great info I saved it to my favorites

  • @DIYBuilt
    @DIYBuilt 3 роки тому

    Hey Kevin, Fellow tradesman here. Lots of great ideas to increase ones property value. New sub here.

  • @ricardozacarias4788
    @ricardozacarias4788 4 роки тому

    Just a quick note: Acoustic ceilings and popcorn ceilings are not the same. Popcorn ceilings are the ones shown in the video, however, acoustic ceilings get the name due to the use of acoustic ceiling tiles that are suspended in a grid-like system. These are usually seen in office buildings and such.

  • @GabrielDimude
    @GabrielDimude 4 роки тому

    Great ideas bro. I'll do some of the ideas with my apartments.
    Thank you for inspiring me with the investment and UA-cam journey.

  • @aliu244
    @aliu244 4 роки тому

    Should like to watch the repaint the tiles. Thank you

  • @LifeyApp
    @LifeyApp 4 роки тому +20

    great video, thank you!

  • @audreywy1743
    @audreywy1743 4 роки тому +5

    I think these are all great improvements for a DIY-ER except for #3, unless they're a very safe and experienced person. There's an extensive amount of prep involved and those "DIY kits" are basically crap. I think it's worth it to have a professional reglaze it for you for a few hundred dollars more. I've done all the other improvements (minus the counter contact paper, wth?!?) and they're great ways to save money and improve your property.

  • @djo6055
    @djo6055 4 роки тому

    Timely and helpful!!!!!!!!!

  • @pamelac49
    @pamelac49 3 роки тому

    Just fyi Rust oleum has a product to do on cabinets No sanding a great option and it really goes quick.
    I did mine and its been about 10 years ago and they are just recently needing to redo them. The issue is just around the door handles.

  • @sorahweiss5821
    @sorahweiss5821 4 роки тому

    Thanks, Kevin!

  • @benjaminmann6963
    @benjaminmann6963 4 роки тому

    Did a remodel in Westchester in Los Angeles , removal of acoustic spray has to be done by “professionals “ in haz mat suits, get a permit and disclose at selling that the acoustic spray has been removed ....quite an ordeal in LA. ....3 bedroom home, living room and family room, cost about $3500. Fortunately the bathrooms and kitchen was fine.