Ways To Increase The Value Of Your Home Before Selling

First-time homebuyers often find that they have an incredible wealth of information at their disposal. Family, friends, realtors and the internet are full of advice and opinions on how to get the best deal, how to make the right decision and in general, how to buy a home. But at some point, many homes are sold, and these first-time home-owners become sellers. When it comes time to move out and move on, the home must be sold, and the wealth of advice is far harder to find! Fortunately, there are many things you can do to increase the value of your home that will help you sell it!

Think about what made you buy the house in the first place, and recognize what needs to be changed or fixed to get it back to that point and even better. Every house is different, and every house will undergo different repairs or improvements before a realtor will put it on the market for you. The cheapest home improvements mostly involve a professional opinion on your home. It is recommended that you consult with a realtor or interior designer before you begin work. If you would rather not hire someone, there are many books and catalogs on the subject of home renovation. Your home should be inspected by a professional for any major issues, and examined by your local utility company for help with making your home more energy efficient. The last of the cheapest ways to increase the value of your home is a fresh coat of paint.

With a little more time and money on your hands, there is even more you can do for your home. If you would like to increase the value of your home now, even if you know you are not selling it anytime soon, plant! Trees take several years to grow, and if you plant one when you move in, it very well could be thriving by the time you are ready to sell. In addition to trees, plants and bushes should be added to your landscaping ahead of sale time in order to make sure they grow well

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where you have chosen to put them, and will be in the best state when your home is on the market. Besides landscaping the exterior, the interior of your home can be improved by installing a water filtration system. You should also check the air quality in your home to see if carpets need replacing. Finally, get rid of any popcorn ceilings simply by scraping it off (have a professional check for asbestos first), as this design has been shown to date your home by many years.

You only get one chance to make a first impression on a potential buyer that walks up to your home. Therefore, your lawn should be perfectly manicured and your house should be both spotless and sparkling. Hire a landscaper to mow the lawn, trim any hedges and in general, make your yard look its very, very best. Hire a maid service for a top to bottom clean that will cover any spots your regular cleaning might miss. Once clean, move furniture around or adjust drapes and blinds to allow for more light in order to make your house appear larger than it is. This will give the illusion of increased square footage and a natural flow. A small bathroom cannot be made larger, but it definitely can be made to look better! These types of spaces tend to be cheaper fixes that will pay off the most in the long run. Update what you can in these areas. Switching to energy efficient lights and fans in these rooms and others will be a great selling point for your home.

You only get one chance to make a first impression on a potential buyer that walks up to your home.

From the moment you buy your home, you should be keeping up with repairs regularly. If you do so, it will make selling your home an easier, cheaper endeavor. Getting behind on repairs means a large bill when you decide to sell your home, and selling your home should be about spending as little money as possible to make as much as possible. Update any rooms, or the furniture within them, as often as money is available. Stay organized and clean so your house will look its best when potential buyers come to visit. If all of these things are done, and as many of the updates listed above as possible are completed, selling your home will be an enjoyable experience that will lead into another enjoyable home buying experience!

If you are looking to take your home to an entirely new level, and have the money to do so, there are a few home improvements that will more drastically impact the sale of your home, as well as the amount it will sell for. While small bathrooms can be incredibly cheap to update, a larger bathroom is a good next step. Replacing old plumbing, outdated mirrors, or even a tile floor will be very appealing to a buyer. Any update that can be made on your kitchen will always increase your home’s value. Just swapping out a microwave for a stronger version or a stained sink for a shiny new stainless one will make a huge impact. Outside of the kitchen and bathrooms, if you have carpeted floors or area rugs, check to make sure they are in good condition. If not, replace them with better, newer carpet or rugs.

From the moment you buy your home, you should be keeping up with repairs regularly. If you do so, it will make selling your home an easier, cheaper endeavor. Getting behind on repairs means a large bill when you decide to sell your home, and selling your home should be about spending as little money as possible to make as much as possible. Update any rooms, or the furniture within them, as often as money is available. Stay organized and clean so your house will look its best when potential buyers come to visit. If all of these things are done, and as many of the updates listed above as possible are completed, selling your home will be an enjoyable experience that will lead into another enjoyable home buying experience!