<prompt> Human: Were wanting to sell our house in the not so distant future. Ideally, in a few months, but we have to put new siding on. The siding now is literally falling off because its 30 year old wood that wasnt installed correctly and weve had a lot of rain this year. Our windows are 30 year old aluminum, so also need replaced. Weve already done the bulk of the interior. So, at this point, weve had two quotes. The higher quality siding is surprisingly cheaper, so were obviously going with that. But windows are an issue. The quotes seem outrageous. 700 per window, or 1,000 per window. Good windows, but 700 good? Seems insane, especially since we want to sell. So, were looking at a 25,000 outlay. Realtor thinks we will get 80 back on a higher valuation. Would it be better to not do the siding or windows and list lower and give an allowance in the sale if its asked for? But then I feel like the lack of curb appeal will shine through, so maybe the 5K hit is worth it to get it sold. Then, theres the thought that if we just finished complete renovation, and were 28yr old DINKs, why not stay here until we out grow, and save up a bigger down for our forever home? But, interest rates, and the property we want is 300K. We have 100K equity right now. 200K mortgage at 4 vs 2 years from now, 100K at 6. Whats the best way to look at this? I want to move and buy our forever home, which is 40 acres, pond, farm, house, 50 miles from the city, and get out of subdivision hell. But, money.  <response>: Owner of a home improvement here. We do mostly replacement windows, doors and siding. Yes, good replacement windows are expensive, but if youre selling the home get some inexpensive replacement windows. Call Window World. They are in about every location in the US. You should be able to get new windows installed from them for 200-250 each. They arent that good of windows, wont last more than 5-7 years, but they will look decent for when you sell the home.Good luck 