To get top dollar for your home, renovations may be
necessary. However, some renovations can prove costly and they don’t always add
value to your home. Here are three inexpensive renovations that are sure to
improve the resale value of your home.
First Impressions Matter
Your home needs to have curb appeal. If the potential buyer
doesn’t see that, it will be difficult to get the price you want. Spend money
and time landscaping your yard. Pressure wash your driveway. Paint your front
door. Make your porch look welcoming. If you do all of this yourself or with
the help of family and friends, the costs will be reasonable.
After a prospective buyer is impressed by your nicely kept lawn, you will want
to continue impressing him/her with your interior design. Buyers know what they
want when it comes to the number of bedrooms and baths. You have something they
want or they wouldn’t be looking at your home. Now, you need to keep their
attention.
Freshening Up the Interior
Each room needs to be freshly painted in a neutral color. Old wallpaper and
borders should be stripped and walls repainted. Make each room look larger by
clearing any clutter. If possible, remove any unnecessary furniture and store
it somewhere else. Have any carpets professionally cleaned, and be sure to
polish any hardwood flooring. In the bedrooms, de-clutter your closets. Your
kitchen and bathrooms should be sparkling. Clean and organize counters and
cabinets. Again, most of these suggestions cost little but add great value to
your home.
Upgrades
When you think of upgrades, you many automatically assume
major costs with little return. However, many upgrades may be within your
budget. Consider making some of these affordable upgrades to your home.
Living Areas/Family Rooms – If you’re going for a more elegant touch, add some
crown molding. For a more rustic feel, add box beams. Improving the ceilings of
main rooms will add value to your home.
Hardware and Fixtures – Painting and changing the hardware on your cabinet
doors can change the look of a room dramatically. Add new fixtures such as
lighting and doorknobs for a more updated look.
Selling your home may require you to spend a little money, but you’ll likely
get the full value of your home.
