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An old home doesn't need expensive work done to look incredible. In fact, you may not have the money to spend on massive upgrades right now considering you're preparing for an upcoming move. If you want to grab the attention of potential buyers but need to do it on a dime, here are a few suggestions for you.

Some of the ways that you can make an older home look great with limited funds include:

Increase curb appeal by keeping your lawn looking great.

• Increase curb appeal by keeping your lawn looking great. The front yard of your home is one thing people will see when they walk and drive by your house. If you want the property to appeal to more buyers, hire someone to keep the lawn cut, edged, and looking its best. You don't need to spend a lot of money on professional lawn services. Bartering with a neighbor may be your best bet and the easiest way to keep the grass cut and watered while you pack to move.

Tear out a damaged walkway and replace it with mixed tiles.

•  Tear out a damaged walkway and replace it with mixed tiles. Rather than throw way entire packs of products because of a few broken pieces, some retailers sell the remainders for a low price. Learn to look for these types of discounts because they'll save you a mint. Pair them with coupons from the retailer and save even more money on your next home improvement project.

Buy secondhand windows and doors from people who didn't need them for their own homes.

•  Buy secondhand windows and doors from people who didn't need them for their own homes. People buy things they think they need for the home all the time. Then, they realize they don't and offer them for a steal online. Check places like Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace for windows and doors in the sizes and styles you want for the home. Then, offer the seller a deal that they just can't resist. They'll love being able to help you upgrade your home with the items they no longer need.

Give your fence a new coat of fresh paint.

• Give your fence a new coat of fresh paint. It's incredible how quickly something old looks new again when it's painted. Go to the hardware or home improvement store and see if they have gallons of paint that were returned to them. The discounted paint will be the perfect color for your fence by giving it an instant facelift.

There are many ways that you can increase the visual appeal of the home you have for sale without going broke in the process. By being creative, you can do just that. When you think outside the box, look for discounted products or barter for lawn services, you're able to achieve much more than you first imagined could be done to your home on a budget.

Make your older home appear new again. You don't need to spend big money to receive noticeably dramatic results. In fact, learning to update your home on a budget allows you to be a better spender in the future. Even when you do have the money to make upgrades, you'll opt to do so in a way that feels more authentic and less wasteful to you.