Sellers are wondering what home improvements to make prior to selling a home. People have more time on their hands right now and are wanting to update their homes so they are ready to go on the market. One doesn’t want to put a lot of time and money into improvements that won’t provide a good return on investment. The following 5 improvements will be helpful in selling your home, and be worth the time and money you invest.
- The kitchen – Obviously, the kitchen is where food is prepared, and people are hypersensitive to the condition it is in. You don’t need to do a complete kitchen remodel to make a big difference. Upgrading countertops, a new faucet, painting or staining cabinets, change the knobs and pulls, maybe add a backsplash, and clean from top to bottom. If the appliances are older, purchase a new appliance package to help make an older kitchen look up to date.
- The bathrooms – Bathrooms are the other space in your home that buyers are pretty picky about. People are looking for squeaky clean, and up to date bathrooms. Depending on the age and condition of your bathrooms, a new vanity, water saving toilet, new faucets, and new hardware can make a big difference in the impression your bathrooms will make.
- Lighting – how is the lighting in your home? Out of date fixtures date a home immediately. While you may not see anything wrong with the fixtures from years past, buyers are not going to like them. Installing new light fixtures in your home is an easy way to give a home a fresh and updated look.
- Appliances – buyers are always concerned about older appliances breaking down. Now would be a good time to shop for deals on appliance packages to replace your older ones. When you are shopping, make sure and look for the energy efficient appliances. While you are at it, install a smart thermostat if you don’t already have one. Buyers are very into smart homes!
- Paint – If you haven’t painted your home recently, now is the time to do it. While you are de-cluttering, you should be removing photos and other wall hanging items, and holes left behind will need patching anyway. Regardless of your preferences, it is advisable to paint the entire interior in the same neutral shade. Let the new owners add the colors of their choice to the walls when they move in. It’s also advisable to remove wallpaper, and simply paint.
If you can, make these improvements prior to selling your home. They are fairly simple and low budget but will make a big difference to buyers who will be looking at your home.