A simple and inexpensive makeover can help sell your home more quickly
Before you sink the “for sale” sign in your front yard, make sure your house looks its best with these simple and inexpensive home improvement projects.
- Consider Curb Appeal
You only get once chance to make a great first impression. Your lawn, landscaping and entrance to your home are the first things buyers see. Make that first impression memorable by cutting the grass, weeding, trimming hedges and raking leaves. Polishing (or adding new) front-door hardware and a new mailbox can give a visual boost. Some colorful plants and a few bags of mulch can spruce up the outside appearance of your home without breaking the bank. - Step Up Your Storage
Clutter is the enemy when you’re selling a house. If your closets and storage areas are cramped, lighten the load (beyond decluttering) by adding do-it-yourself closet storage systems. Top candidates for storage units are entry closets, kitchen pantries, linen closets and bedrooms. When all is said and done, your closets will be more organized and functional while you’re still living in the home and will attract potential buyers when you’re ready to sell. - Give Your Kitchen a Facelift
The kitchen is the heart of your home. If it looks as if it’s seen better days, give your oven, microwave, counter tops and sink some extra “TLC” with a deep cleaning. Buyers typically focus on a home’s kitchen; consequently, it should sparkle the minute it hits the market.If your kitchen needs more than just a little elbow grease, a few inexpensive cosmetic changes can go a long way. Give it a makeover with a fresh coat of neutral paint, new hardware for drawers and cabinets and up-to-date lighting and plumbing fixtures.
- Spiff Up Your Bathroom
The bathroom—just like the kitchen—is a high priority for home buyers. Buyers love the idea of experiencing a five-star luxury experience in the comfort of their new homes. Since a complete bathroom renovation may not be in your plans, add the wow factor buyers are looking for by upgrading your sink, tub, shower and lighting fixtures. A fresh coat of paint and new towels will give your bathroom a new look. A good, deep cleaning can make a drab shower and dingy floors shine again. - Lighting Makes a Difference
When you’re selling a house, poor lighting can detract from your home’s best features. Installing new light fixtures can give your house an updated look and highlight the best features of your house for home buyers. Replace old light bulbs for new ones with a higher wattage. You want buyers to see your home’s best-selling points as they walk through it.
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