A home renovation may seem like the obvious way to increase the value of your home but, if you are planning to put your property on the market, are there some other, less costly, ways to make it attractive to a potential buyer? Here are a few ideas:
The majority of buyers will be drawn to clean, bright spaces so think about how you can add more light into a room. It may seem extremely obvious, but a good start is with a thorough cleaning throughout which makes everything look brighter. Try to maximize the light from the windows by removing heavy window treatments, cutting back shrubs and trees that are covering the windows outside and, giving the windows a good clean.
Over the years you may have accrued many possessions, however, too many items in a room can make it look small and cramped. Clear the home of all clutter and you will be amazed at how big your home looks.
Could you use a room for a different purpose? For instance, is there a guest room that you hardly use? What about transforming it into a home office or other useful space? Remember that the idea is to make it appeal to potential buyers, so you want to emphasize the best features of each room. It's also good to think about the fact that many people will look at your home online first, so it will want to look great in photos. If staging a room is not your forte, you may want to employ a professional staging company to help you.
Lastly, never underestimate the transforming power of a fresh coat of paint which can be done for a lot less than a costly remodel. You may also want to consider refinishing your aging kitchen cabinetry and reglazing worn out sinks and bathtubs.
The majority of buyers will be drawn to clean, bright spaces so think about how you can add more light into a room. It may seem extremely obvious, but a good start is with a thorough cleaning throughout which makes everything look brighter. Try to maximize the light from the windows by removing heavy window treatments, cutting back shrubs and trees that are covering the windows outside and, giving the windows a good clean.
Over the years you may have accrued many possessions, however, too many items in a room can make it look small and cramped. Clear the home of all clutter and you will be amazed at how big your home looks.
Could you use a room for a different purpose? For instance, is there a guest room that you hardly use? What about transforming it into a home office or other useful space? Remember that the idea is to make it appeal to potential buyers, so you want to emphasize the best features of each room. It's also good to think about the fact that many people will look at your home online first, so it will want to look great in photos. If staging a room is not your forte, you may want to employ a professional staging company to help you.
Lastly, never underestimate the transforming power of a fresh coat of paint which can be done for a lot less than a costly remodel. You may also want to consider refinishing your aging kitchen cabinetry and reglazing worn out sinks and bathtubs.
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