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When it comes to cottages, fancy high-end finishes won’t get you the same <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/outdoors/blog/5-backyard-upgrades-that-will-provide-the-best-return-on-your-investment-1917934/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">return on investment</a> as they do in the city. That’s not to say you shouldn’t have nice, updated finishes, but expensive marble and high-end fixtures won’t add much to the selling price. While there are exceptions to the rule, the average cottage should be updated, but not over the top.
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When it comes to cottages, fancy high-end finishes won’t get you the same <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/outdoors/blog/5-backyard-upgrades-that-will-provide-the-best-return-on-your-investment-1917934/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">return on investment</a> as they do in the city. That’s not to say you shouldn’t have nice, updated finishes, but expensive marble and high-end fixtures won’t add much to the selling price. While there are exceptions to the rule, the average cottage should be updated, but not over the top.
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Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/things-to-know-before-buying-a-cottage-1918538/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">10 Things You Should Know Before Buying Your First Cottage, According to Scott McGillivray</a>
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