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She also notes that future homeowners might find the system you choose to be too complex and confusing.
What to do instead?
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Opt for the essentials.
Cerminara recommends putting that portion of your budget towards landscaping and your existing outside areas.
“They rarely provide a strong return on investment,” she says.
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They limit flexibility and can be seen as too niche.
“Expensive appliances can also become outdated quickly.”
Here is what these interior experts recommended:
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