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I just purchased a head/foot board and matching dresser at a consignment shop and I want to paint it to match my bedroom. The paint is wearing off but it's still in pretty good condition. Does anyone know if the company's furniture is worth preserving?
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I "LOVE" consignment shops, yard sales, Goodwill, etc. For years and years (when the kids where young, especially) this was all I could afford. I painted everything. It was worth it to me. I would inspect the piece, determine what repairs it needed, nail, screw, etc. and then paint. In your case since the furniture paint is wearing off visit your local paint store for options. Last time I was at the hardware store to pick up paint samples (2 weeks ago) I saw several different kinds of paint strippers if you want to go that route. The cost of doing the work yourself is much much less then having someone do it for you and you can change your mind as you change you decor. My daughter would change her mind on what her favorite color was every year, so out would come the paint.
As to the value of the pieces you bought, whether it is better to keep them as they are or to refinish them? It depends on when they where made and in what style. Get them valued by an antiques dealer. But for your information the Drexel company was founded in 1903 so the piece is Twentieth Century most likely. Some better made furniture that is pre-1960 are beginning to develop value. Check into this before you do something that can't be reversed.
I "LOVE" consignment shops, yard sales, Goodwill, etc. For years and years (when the kids where young, especially) this was all I could afford. I painted everything. It was worth it to me. I would inspect the piece, determine what repairs it needed, nail, screw, etc. and then paint. In your case since the furniture paint is wearing off visit your local paint store for options. Last time I was at the hardware store to pick up paint samples (2 weeks ago) I saw several different kinds of paint strippers if you want to go that route. The cost of doing the work yourself is much much less then having someone do it for you and you can change your mind as you change you decor. My daughter would change her mind on what her favorite color was every year, so out would come the paint.
As to the value of the pieces you bought, whether it is better to keep them as they are or to refinish them? It depends on when they where made and in what style. Get them valued by an antiques dealer. But for your information the Drexel company was founded in 1903 so the piece is Twentieth Century most likely. Some better made furniture that is pre-1960 are beginning to develop value. Check into this before you do something that can't be reversed.
Can I sell my condo I've owned for a year?
Rebecca
I bought a 1-bedroom condo last summer that is spacious for a single, first-time homeowner. But I'm planning to live with my boyfriend soon - and I am worried that it is too small and naive to think that it will be comfortable.
Does anyone have any advice on selling a condo/home about a year after closing? I haven't done any renovations, though it looks better even with fresh paint and nice decor. Also, I live in an area where home prices haven't dropped even though the market has declined. Thank you.
I do have a great realtor and know the steps I'd need to take to put it on the market. I'm mostly worried about it being a poor business decision, and losing money for selling it so quickly in a tough market.
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How very insightful! You can sell your condo whenever you desire, but your hesitancy makes good sense.
Most likely you chose to buy your condo because it represented as a good investment, included some tax advantages and of course provided you with a comfortable place to live. Rather than throw away these things by selling the condo, I suggest you look into ways you can preserve it. For example see of you can rent it out at a price that pays the mortgage and the monthly maintenance fee (or more). That way you can continue gaining the equity you were throwing away when you were paying rent. If you are unsure of your future relationship rent the condo month to month in case you need to move back in soon. OR if the new guy turns out to be Mr. Right, the condo can serve as an investment to liquidate when it comes time to buy that house big enough for kids too in the more expensive neighborhood with good schools. I say keep it, I can only assume that a quick turn around sale won't allow you any profit (after paying commissions)after only a year (but your Realtor should be explaining this to you upfront). Good Luck!
How very insightful! You can sell your condo whenever you desire, but your hesitancy makes good sense.
Most likely you chose to buy your condo because it represented as a good investment, included some tax advantages and of course provided you with a comfortable place to live. Rather than throw away these things by selling the condo, I suggest you look into ways you can preserve it. For example see of you can rent it out at a price that pays the mortgage and the monthly maintenance fee (or more). That way you can continue gaining the equity you were throwing away when you were paying rent. If you are unsure of your future relationship rent the condo month to month in case you need to move back in soon. OR if the new guy turns out to be Mr. Right, the condo can serve as an investment to liquidate when it comes time to buy that house big enough for kids too in the more expensive neighborhood with good schools. I say keep it, I can only assume that a quick turn around sale won't allow you any profit (after paying commissions)after only a year (but your Realtor should be explaining this to you upfront). Good Luck!
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