with more on this we have kiersten bakker.me back to the show, it's always good to you and. >> always good to be here. gerri: you know from variants what are of the best intior renovations to do on your home? >> well, the best is what is going to be the thing that gives the best first impression. we know that it kitchen and bath, but yohave to hope buyers from the get-go. it's an emotional thing that you are looking for. so as always, very important. >> here's an interesting fact. homeowners spending but more on renovations in the year before. they're going to spend even more. does that make it more difficult to get done or easier? >> i think that the good contractors are available and working with good homeowners. it's a really good time to get that done. 53% of homeowners really think that that is going to happen. but you have to pick the right people, you have to make the right choices. so invest in the right place in your house. >> i completely agree. we are doing it ourselves. my favorite room in the hose, let's face it,