When you take out a hard money loan to flip a house, you know you'll be making improvements and renovations - but you have to choose wisely, or your entire profit will get eaten up by the things you add to the space. So how do you figure out which renovations are smart ones, and which ones are a waste? Here's what you need to know. What Are Smart Renovations? Smart renovations are those that bring you the most "bang for your buck." You probably don't want to gut a kitchen and put in all marble countertops, energy efficient appliances,