If you would like to update your home, the following are some of the best updates you can make to give your home a more updated feel that will also give you a good return on your money.

Open up spaces
Many older homes have closed off rooms, whereas newer homes have much more open floor plans, such as connected kitchen and family rooms or dining and living rooms. If you want to update your home and make it look larger at the same time, consider knocking down walls or half-walls that separate rooms. You will have to have this done professionally, but it will make a huge difference in the overall flow and feel of your home.

Update your flooring
Outdated carpeting and vinyl flooring can make your home look older and out of date. You can breathe fresh life into your home by ripping up old carpet and flooring and having new flooring or tile installed. Wood flooring is very popular in homes right now, especially in entry ways and kitchens and dining rooms. You can save money on this by installing laminate flooring as well, which looks just like wood and also holds up better against spills and scratches, ideal for families who have pets or active kids.

Paint
One of the cheapest ways to update your home is through paint. Fortunately, it's also one of the least expensive. You can easily paint rooms yourself and save hundreds if not thousands on hiring a painter to do it for you. If you have wallpaper in your home, you can update it by stripping it and repainting it instead. Experiment with different colors and trends but keep in mind if you're planning on selling your home, neutral colors will help it sell faster.

Do a kitchen remodel.
A kitchen remodel is one that virtually guarantees the best return on your money. You can update your kitchen entirely, or add small changes that will still make a big difference. New cabinets (or at least painted or refinished ones with updated hardware), new countertops and sink, and updated flooring are a few things that can make a huge difference in the look and feel of your kitchen.

You don't necessarily need new appliances, but if your appliances came with the home when you bought it in 1980, it might be time to invest in a new fridge and stove at least. Stainless steel is trendy right now, as are side by side refrigerators.

Landscape
Landscaping can also have a huge impact on the overall look and feel of your home. Update your landscaping by pulling out old trees and shrubs that cover your home, and add some color or lighting to give the outside of your home an updated feel.

Updating your home does not have to be costly or terribly time-consuming. The above are a few updates you can do that will give it a more modern feel and increase your resale value.