If you have plans to sell your house fast, consider investing in its appearance to increase its value. You do not need to worry if you cannot do large-scale renovations. Home buying companies such as Spring buy any property as-is. However, there are a few ideas you could use to make affordable improvements that will help you sell quickly.
Redecorate
How the property looks at first glance will be the make or break moment for potential buyers. It makes redecoration the first point of call for property owners who are looking to sell. Redecorating does not have to be a hugely expensive exercise as you can definitely make a significant difference on whatever budget you have. Things like
- Applying a fresh coat of paint to mend any cracks or chips
- Replacing the flooring if it is in a bad state
- Repairing window panes and glasses if they have been damaged
- Cleaning dirty walls with an emphasis on switches and door frames
A Welcoming Front Door
To make an excellent first impression, make sure you spruce up the front door and the lead up to it. A tidy entry will entice buyers to move inside. You can also get a new doorknob or reimagine the house number or sign.
A Good Best Kitchen Layout
Most property buyers are willing to pay more to save themselves the hassle of making kitchen improvements. While it may be expensive to replace the whole kitchen, there are a few affordable upgrades that are worth making, such as;
- Replacing cupboard doors and handles
- Improving the lighting by adding or changing broken light bulbs
- Using designed laminate paper to “replace” the surfaces
- New sinks to replace any old or broken faucets
Kitchens are the heart of the home and, if well maintained, they can have a major factor on the valuation.
Bathroom Remodelling
Bathrooms should be fresh and hygienic. Some of the basic improvements you need to get right include
- Get a new shower curtain or a simple glass screen
- Replace the showerhead with a more appealing model
- Deep-clean the bath and sink
- Replace any broken taps, faucets or sinks.
- Clean and scrub the bathroom walls and floors to eliminate all limescale.
An Appealing Garden
Most homebuyers lookout for a tidy and presentable garden to entertain themselves, their families and guests. Clear the pathways, mow the grass and trim any overgrown bushes. This is not just the back garden, though. The front lawn and general ‘kerb appeal’ can have a great impact on encouraging potential buyers into making an offer.
Organized Garage and Drive Way
You are sure to increase your property’s value by cleaning and improving your garage. Being able to use the garage either as a place for a vehicle or as a storage unit or even as a home-office, houses with garages attract a higher value than those without.
Declutter
Prospective home buyers like to imagine their own belongings in place when shopping for property. Get rid of excess clutter to create space around your house. If the buyer wants an empty house, dispose of any material that doesn’t bring any value to the home. It gives room for the buyer’s things when they move in.
Smart Home Technologies
Smart technologies are worth considering as they are becoming more and more important to buyers. Urban homeowners require smart, energy-saving solutions to enhance all sorts from home security, education, entertainment, heating and lighting.
Home Office
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken working from home from fashionable to necessary. Having a home office or working space, especially near the living room of the front door, is now one of the most desirable features of a home. The presentation also matters, so make sure to display it during the exhibition.
If renovating your home before selling is not something you have the time or energy for, you may want to enlist the help of a home-buying company such as Spring and they’re we buy any house service. As for renovations, it may seem costly for homeowners to invest in such improvement (new kitchen, the bathroom being fitted etc.) before selling but it does not have to be this way. So many of the tips we have listed can go some distance to increasing the value before you sell. Homebuyers will be willing to pay more for a home that is well maintained and well taken care of.
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