Little Things That Can Add to Your Home’s Value Before Selling It

By: John Garcia | Date Posted: February 23, 2022

How to Increase Your Home’s Value Before You Sell it?

Boosting your home’s value is always a good idea before listing it on the market. And this goes far beyond the obvious things like a fresh coat of paint and a thorough cleaning.

You should explore every option you have available because in some cases, some small investments can result in huge increases in the perceived value of your property. And it often doesn’t even take a lot of effort to implement those changes.

Supporting a Green Lifestyle

Green living is becoming more and more popular these days, and it’s a good idea to align your home with this trend if you haven’t already. There are many things you can do to make your home greener, such as redoing its wiring, installing power-saving devices, and possibly even getting solar panels.

You don’t have to go overboard with this, but as long as you make it obvious that you’ve put some effort into trying to live a more sustainable life, this can draw a lot more attention to your sale and can improve your potential on the market significantly.

Some people will be attracted to your offer simply due to the presence of those features, no matter how far you’ve actually gone in implementing them.

Modern Features

On a somewhat related note, smart homes are another trend that you shouldn’t ignore if you want to get more out of this sale.

This often goes hand in hand with green living these days, as some smart home features include the ability to regulate heating and lighting according to your presence and daily habits, as well as automating certain parts of the home to reduce energy expenses (you’d be surprised how far an automated garage door can go towards keeping your home more insulated from the cold weather, for example).

Again, you don’t need to get too fancy with this, but adding the groundwork for smart home features can already make the place more attractive.

A Good-looking Garden

Good-looking Garden

Don’t forget the exterior! Buy outdoor furniture if you don’t already have any. Your buyers may or may not want to keep it, but it will still do a good job at making your home look more appealing to interested parties.

An outdoor table for garden use, a few chairs, and maybe some additional fixtures and decorations can go a long way in improving the value of the home before anyone has even walked through the front door. Don’t underestimate how much this can add to an already good-looking home.

For most of those changes, you should start as early as possible. Some of them may take a little time to implement, and you should ensure that you have access to all the tools and materials that you’re going to need.

In some cases, you may also have to contract professional services, which may require you to invest a bit more time in your search. But in the end, preparing your home for selling is not something you would typically do on short notice anyway.

A Lick of Paint

A lick of Paint

Painting a home is one of the best ways to transform a home quickly. One or two coats of Paint will bring the walls of your property back to life in no time, improving your home’s first impression.

An exterior paint job is more expensive than a simple touch-up. Generally, this is a wise investment since prospective buyers tend to use an ‘in need of love’ exterior as a bargaining chip.

Make sure the colors you choose are neutral. It may look great to you, but it can turn off prospective buyers if it isn’t to their taste.

Update Bathrooms and Kitchens

Update Bathrooms and Kitchens

As spaces where both the family and guests spend a lot of time, kitchens and bathrooms are among the most valuable rooms in a home. So it’s worth updating them if they’re looking old and rundown. This is mainly if you live in an affluent area where the property is expensive and has high expectations.

If you’re doing a bathroom or kitchen renovation, make sure to stick to your budget. If you’re renovating to sell, go for fixtures, fittings, and finishes that look good without overspending. For your next project, save that imported Italian tile!

Improve the floor Plan

Improve the floor Plan

Perhaps you should consider changing the floor plan of your home if it has several small rooms. Modern homebuyers typically prefer to combine the kitchen and living area into an open-plan living space if you have separate spaces for the kitchen and the living room. Although such renovations can be expensive, they can greatly increase the value of a home in some cases.

Improve the Curb Appeal

Shrubs and colorful plants can undoubtedly add curb appeal to your home, but remember to “think green” when you shop at your local garden center.

Buy native plants to your region or drought-tolerant plants, as these require less water and maintenance. This means you’ll save money and save the environment.

Your home will stand out – in a negative way – with overgrown lawns and large bushes. You can easily tame your jungle if you are the know-how.

Having your lawn and hedges trimmed by a lawn service company will cost you a few hundred dollars. This will improve the aesthetics of your yard without breaking the bank.

Replace Old Fixtures

Beautiful ceiling fans are functional and decorative. Providing light and a gentle breeze reduces the need to use expensive air conditioning in warm months.

Nevertheless, a wobbly, noisy, or broken ceiling fan is an eyesore. Make your home more enjoyable for you now and increase its value if you decide to sell it in the future by replacing old fixtures with new ones.

Replace Worn Flooring and Carpets

See what type of flooring you have in your home. Is your carpet or area rug stained or worn out? Nothing turns buyers off more than the thought that they will need to replace all of the floorings in the house right away.

If you have a limited budget, you might want to replace them all, but if that’s not possible, replace the carpet in the room with the most wear and tear first and replace the others when your budget allows.

Thank you for reading!

John
 

John is the founder and chief editor of Homienjoy. With over 15 years of experience in the home improvement industry, John is passionate about helping homeowners confidently tackle their projects. Holding a civil engineering degree and working as a contractor, project manager, and consultant, John brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Homienjoy community.

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