Increase your home sale price range by adding storage, remodeling your kitchen, changing out your light bulbs or doing a deep clean of your home. There are easy fixes and expensive ones. Everyone wants the most money when selling a property but it is important to focus on the value adds that don’t cost a lot of money!
Easy Inexpensive Ways to Increase Your Home Sale Price
Most people who decide to sell their home don’t have a long lag time built into the process so it is important to find easy and inexpensive ways to increase your home sale price that don’t take months to implement. Here are a few to consider.
Curb Appeal: The exterior of your home is the first thing potential buyers see. Enhance it by maintaining a well-manicured lawn, planting flowers, painting the front door, and ensuring the exterior is clean and in good repair.
Improve Lighting: Good lighting can make a space feel larger and more inviting. Consider adding or updating light fixtures, installing dimmer switches, and maximizing natural light.
Update Fixtures and Hardware: Replace old light fixtures, doorknobs, cabinet handles, and faucets with newer, modern options. These small updates can make a big difference in the overall appearance of your home.
Maintenance: Regular maintenance is crucial for preserving your home’s value. Make sure your roof, HVAC system, plumbing, and electrical systems are in good condition.
Declutter and Depersonalize: Before putting your home on the market, declutter and depersonalize it to allow potential buyers to envision themselves living there. Remove personal items and excess furniture to make rooms appear larger and more inviting.
Professional Cleaning: Hire professionals to deep clean your home for sale. A clean home can command a higher price and attract more buyers.
Professional Staging: Consider hiring a professional stager to arrange your furniture and decor in a way that highlights your home’s best features and appeals to buyers. Even when you have your furniture in place, a professional stager can help by moving your furniture around to spotlight the best features of your home which you might have hidden – like that fireplace behind the sofa that you don’t want your toddler to get into or the big picture window covered with sheer curtains and formal draperies.
More Detailed Ways to Increase Your Home Sale Price
Fresh Paint: A fresh coat of paint can do wonders for a home’s appearance. Stick to neutral colors that appeal to a wide range of tastes.
Improve Lighting: Good lighting can make a space feel larger and more inviting. Consider adding or updating light fixtures, installing
dimmer switches, and maximizing natural light.
Upgrade Flooring: Replace worn-out carpets with hardwood, laminate, or tile flooring, which are more durable and attractive to buyers.
Add Storage: Ample storage space is a selling point for many buyers. Consider adding built-in shelves, closets, or storage solutions to help declutter your home.
Landscaping: In addition to improving curb appeal, well-maintained landscaping can increase your home’s value. Consider planting trees, shrubs, and flowers, and adding outdoor living spaces like a patio or deck. To make your home truly appealing to eco-conscious buyers, you might add native plants that require less maintenance and will thrive in our hot summers.
Smart Home Technology: Integrating smart home technology such as thermostats, security systems, and lighting can make your home more attractive to tech-savvy buyers.
Plan Ahead with These Ways to Increase Your Home’s Resale Value
If you are planning any improvements to your current home, here are some renovations and projects which will increase your home sale price and give you lots of joy in the meantime.
Open Floor Plan: If possible, create an open floor plan by removing non-load-bearing walls. This can make your home feel more spacious and appealing to buyers.
Additional Space: If feasible, consider adding square footage to your home. This could be through finishing a basement, adding a room, or converting attic space.
Kitchen Renovation: Kitchens often have a significant impact on home value. Consider updating countertops, cabinets, appliances, and fixtures. Adding modern touches like a backsplash or kitchen island can also add value.
Bathroom Updates: Bathrooms are another area where updates can pay off. Consider replacing old fixtures, updating the flooring, adding a new vanity, or installing a new shower or bathtub.
Energy Efficiency Improvements: Making your home more energy-efficient not only saves you money on utility bills but can also increase its value. Making your home more energy-efficient not only reduces utility costs but also adds value. Upgrade to energy-efficient appliances and windows, install LED lighting, and improve insulation to attract environmentally-conscious buyers.
If You Need Help Getting Ready
Just give the Lise Howe Group a call at 240-401-5577 or email us at lise@lisehowe.com. Not only do we provide complimentary staging but we are also happy to put you in touch with our amazing group of contractors who can turn your 1950s home into ready for PrimeTime!
