TIPS FOR HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LITTLE IMPROVEMENTS MEANS BIG RETURNS

The condition in which you list your home at plays a huge role in the success of selling your property. Hence, it is important to spruce up the exterior and interior of your home before you list it for sale. This does not mean that you need to make major and/or expensive changes to your home in order to make it look more presentable.

Here are some simple steps you can take to increase the perceived value of your home and make a great first impression.

Exterior Appearance

Keep lawns cut
Trim hedges and shrubs
Weed and edge gardens
Clear driveway and clean up oil spills
Clean out garage
Power wash
Touch up paint
Plant colorful, inexpensive flowers in pots if necessary

At the Front Door

Clean porch and foyer
Ensure door bell works
Repair any broken screens
Fresh paint or varnish front door
Repair door locks and key access

Create a Buying Mood

Make sure your home smells fresh and clean
Turn on lights
Turn on air conditioner/heater
Open the drapes
Light the fireplace

Create Space

Clear halls and stairs of clutter
Store surplus furniture
Clear kitchen counter and stove top
Clear closets of unnecessary clothing and stuff
Remove empty boxes and containers
Put away personal photos so buyers can envision the house as theirs

Maintenance

Repair leaking taps and toilets
Clean furnace and filters
Tighten door knobs and latches
Repair cracked plaster
Apply fresh coat of pain or touch up where necessary
Clean and repair windows
Repair seals around tubs and basins
Replace defective light bulbs
Oil squeaking doors
Repair squeaking floor boards

Squeaky Clean

Clean and freshen bathrooms
Clean fridge and stove (in and out)
Clean around heating vents
Clean washer and dryer
Clean carpets, drapes and window blinds
Eliminate pet odors and stains

Just a little effort will greatly increase the perceived value of your home. Follow the above simple and basic steps in order to make your home look more presentable for selling.