We spent over $54,000 renovating our house — but these 5 cheap upgrades actually made the biggest difference

We spent over $54,000 renovating our house — but these 5 cheap upgrades actually made the biggest difference

We spent years renovating our home to make it feel fresh and inviting. Cameron ChurchWe spent over $54,000 and three years renovating a three-bedroom home.Some cheaper changes, like blinds and a coat of paint, made the biggest positive impact.A new mailbox and some basic landscaping took the space to the next level, too.When we purchased a three-bedroom fixer-upper in Melbourne, Australia, in 2017, we couldn't wait to move in and get started ren…