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Every homeowner wants to maximize the value of their home when they decide to sell. What are the best ways to do this?
First, it's important to realize that spending a lot of money on a huge renovation does not guarantee a huge return. It's not wise to do this! Stick to small ticket items like paint and carpet!
Another thing that will go a long way is spending some time on your home's curb appeal. The exterior of your home should look nice and neat, with a well-manicured yard with no toys or other debris lying around.
On the inside of your home make an effort to brighten up the place and make it smell good. You want as much natural light in the home as possible, and lighting a candle to make the home smell fresh is a great way to make the home feel warm and cozy.
Next, you should declutter and depersonalize your home. Make sure surfaces and shelves are clear of random debris and remove any personal photographs or family heirlooms from the walls if necessary. You want buyers to be able to imagine their families living in the home.
It may surprise you, but carpet and paint will likely give you the biggest return on your investment when preparing your home for the market. Make sure the colors are neutral to get the best reaction from buyers.
If you would like more tips to get your home ready for the market, or if you have any real estate questions of any kind, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We would love to hear from you!
First, it's important to realize that spending a lot of money on a huge renovation does not guarantee a huge return. It's not wise to do this! Stick to small ticket items like paint and carpet!
Another thing that will go a long way is spending some time on your home's curb appeal. The exterior of your home should look nice and neat, with a well-manicured yard with no toys or other debris lying around.
On the inside of your home make an effort to brighten up the place and make it smell good. You want as much natural light in the home as possible, and lighting a candle to make the home smell fresh is a great way to make the home feel warm and cozy.
Next, you should declutter and depersonalize your home. Make sure surfaces and shelves are clear of random debris and remove any personal photographs or family heirlooms from the walls if necessary. You want buyers to be able to imagine their families living in the home.
It may surprise you, but carpet and paint will likely give you the biggest return on your investment when preparing your home for the market. Make sure the colors are neutral to get the best reaction from buyers.
If you would like more tips to get your home ready for the market, or if you have any real estate questions of any kind, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We would love to hear from you!
Great advice, Scott. Especially advising people to not invest too much in improvements that buyers may not appreciate.
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