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If you’re thinking of moving to another city, house renting can be a real money maker. Let’s say that you don’t want to sell your house, but you need the money to pay for your new rental. House renting can solve your dilemma if you do it right. Read our suggestions below to make your house renting project a success.

Your first step should be to fix up your house so that you can put your house on the market for the maximum housing renting price. We’re not talking about major renovation – pull-up any old, stained carpets, re-paint the interior and exterior if needed, and add some flowers to the front and backyard. You shouldn’t have to invest more than about $7,000 and a few weekends choosing paint and carpet colors. Other easy fixes might be to re-stain your kitchen cabinets or to re-varnish your hardwood floors. Don’t worry - you’ll get your investment back in spades if you redo your house properly. First impressions are crucial – it can either make or break a deal.

You can also potentially increase your house renting value without spending a dime. Before you’re ready to show your house, make sure to straighten up. Clean up the kitchen (no dishes left on the counter or in the sink), put away any clothes left on the beds or on the floors, pick-up any toys laying around, and put fresh towels in the bathroom, especially in the guest bathroom. Make sure your toilets are clean and in operation condition. Potential house renting customers will often flush toilets to check if they’re functioning and not leaking. Keep your house well-ventilated as well - open up the windows if it’s not too cold or hot. Even throw some cookies in the oven. You want to create an overall ambiance of hominess and comfort, as well as a feeling of a well-maintained house.