If you go over budget, you'll be forced to bring liquidity you may not have to the refi closing table.

Went over budget and still counting.  

During that time we were able to save more money and our budget went up.

Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.

I'm paying a little out of pocket budget-wise to cover costs in return for appreciation and equity built mostly from other sources.

We are budgeting for no rental cashflow so see upside if we can STR and additional upside when rates eventually and hopefully drop down for a refi.  

Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.

Similarly, homes that have unusual layouts or less traditional features often benefit from full staging, as it helps buyers envision how the space can work for them.That said, even in more budget-conscious markets, full-service staging can still provide a significant return on investment, especially if the home has been on the market for a while or if it's empty and lacks warmth.

We went over budget in some areas and in others we were under.

I can get 5 times as many deals without increasing my budget.