Upgrades To Help Sell Your Home
Your Home Is A Special Place - Make Sure Buyers See It!
How you can help potential buyers see your home as a special place and somewhere they would love to live? Start by asking yourself these questions:
Does your home feel fresh, inviting, and updated?
Are the features in your home modern, or do they look dated?
How efficient are the internal spaces regarding traffic flow and uses?
Is there ample storage, and is it accessible and easy to use?
Do you feel comfortable and relaxed in your home?
Consider These Interior Upgrades
Create or build a home office.
Home offices are a top priority for 60% of buyers, according to a survey by HomeLight, and can add $10,000+ to resale value. Proving a home office space means the new homeowners can get right to work when they move in.
Open up your floor plan.
Create a feeling of spaciousness between the kitchen, dining room, family room, and dining room. Open floor plans are still favored by a majority of homebuyers, especially when they have kids.
Upgrade your appliances
If your HVAC is old, replace it, preferably with a multi-zone system. A newer washer and dryer is far more inviting than ones that need to be replaced after the sale.
Replace older toilets with new low-flow models
If your windows and appliances are old, consider replacing them.
And make sure every appliance you purchase has the Energy Star symbol.
Exterior Upgrades Make A Difference
Replace your front door.
Replace the existing entry door with a steel door that is more durable, energy-efficient, and has cold-blocking power.
New siding will have a big impact!
If your home's exterior walls show signs of age, install new siding or have the exterior painted. At the very least, power-wash all of the exterior walls.
Update your garage doors.
If they look dingy and tired or make noise as they move up and down, replacing the doors is recommended and can yield an ROI that’s double the cost.
Add a concrete parking pad.
If you live in a crowded area, create an additional parking space. This makes it easy for clients to feel less stressed when they imagine coming home from work or errands.
Create an outdoor living space.
Add a patio. This is a sought-after amenity that makes outdoor living easy. And, if your existing patio needs repair, be sure to do so before showing prospective buyers.
Install an outdoor fire pit or fireplace.
Whether you choose to DIY a fire pit or hire a contractor, this will add to the appeal of your home and, in most cases, give you an ROI upwards of 60% on the installation cost. Gas-powered fire pits are typically the most desirable option.
Market Considerations
For the Millennial Market
Install smart technology such as keyless entries, programmable thermostats, video doorbells, wireless home security systems, and high-end Wi-Fi access.
For Buyers Nearing Retirement
Add a full bath on the main level.
Replace flooring as needed so surfaces are non-slip.
Make sure the entrances to your home are safe to use, with sturdy railings, steps, and sidewalks free of cracks.
Consider installing a walk-in shower.
Include smart features such as programmable thermostats, security cameras, video doorbells, wireless home security systems
Contact A Professional Realtor
It's always helpful to speak with a professional realtor who can assess the condition and value of your home in relation to the neighborhood and overall market.
When you hire us to sell your home, we don't just market four walls; we market a lifestyle.
Whether it's a starter home for a young couple dreaming of a space to call their own, a move-up home for a growing family that needs extra space, or a house for empty nesters ready to downsize.
Selling your home is not transactional in our books. It's full of emotion and heart. We are there for you professionally and personally every step of the way.
