Given that the price of housing is on the rise in Australia, it’s a wise decision to maintain your home, even if you don’t plan on selling it in the near future. And with 2018 just around the corner, there isn’t a more perfect time than right now to think about what kind of renovations will be most effective when it comes to improving your lifestyle and increasing the value of your property. If you’re struggling to make a decision on what’s best for your home, the following are some easy and affordable home renovations to choose from; Create Space Getting rid of unnecessary clutter is the first step you should take when trying to make your home more appealing. Do not leave a stone unturned when cleaning each room in your home. Yes; that means making sure all your cupboards are emptied of rubbish, under your bed is cleared and that your closet is emptied of all unnecessary items. Once you’ve done all of that, you’d be surprised by how much space you can create.