Are you trying to sell your home? If so, you will want to get the most for it that you can. The best way to do that is to improve your home’s overall value. Here are some budget friendly boosts to sprucing up the living spaces. These simple fixes will go a long way and will ultimately increase your satisfaction and the value.
1. Update the kitchen
A little investment can really go a long way in the kitchen. Most families do spend most of their time in this room, so splurging for that new faucet fixture set or updated energy efficient lighting will really improve the overall feel. If the cabinets are outdated, you can always hire a cabinet re-facing company to add new handles and refinish the cabinet boxes.
2. Hire a designer or realtor
These professionals will come into your home and give advice on furniture placements, paint colors, and the overall decor of the home. The small improvements that they will suggest will improve the look and feel of the home, making it more inviting and desirable to potential buyers.
3. Inspect non-cosmetic issues
Many issues, such as termite infestation and electrical issues, could be hidden from your view and could ultimately diminish the value of your home. Bring in an inspector to check that there are not any issues that need to be addressed.
4. Paint!
Adding a fresh coat of paint can liven up any living space. Remember to go for neutral colors, as they will able to a larger base of people. Not every potential buyer will appreciate the bright red that you love.
5. Create curb appeal
First impressions are key! Go ahead and add a fresh coat of paint to the exterior of your home! It will make your home look new and updated. Looking into landscaping would be a plus as well to make sure that your first impression is a great one!
6. Watch where you’re walking
After living in a home, carpets can show substantial wear and tear. Look into hiring a carpet cleaning company to make your carpets look brand new without having to break the bank on new carpeting. You could also rent a carpet shampooer, if you don’t already own one, and do this yourself to save some money.
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