If you are looking to boost the value of your property before listing it for sale or refinancing, many projects can add to what your house is worth. Hire a home inspector to assess your property and give you a detailed list of items that need to be repaired or replaced. Talk to your real estate agent and consider some of these projects to add value to your home.
Finish the Basement to Add Value to Your Home
Basement refinishing is a big project, but it will pay off by increasing the livable square footage of your home. Many homebuyers appreciate the extra space that a finished basement adds. In a competitive market, this type of renovation can make the difference between a home that sits on the market and a home that gets multiple offers and sells quickly.
Add Curb Appeal With Landscaping
To add value to a property, investing in your landscaping is a great idea. Work with a professional grounds maintenance company to care for your lawn, trim trees, prune shrubs, install mulch, and add flowers that brighten the yard.
Properties that have well-maintained landscaping are more likely to be toured. Potential buyers will assume that you’ve also taken care of the inside of the home and will be excited to see what the property has to offer.
Update Bathroom and Kitchen Fixtures
While some types of fixtures are timeless, others become dated or worn. An easy project to add value to a home is installing new faucets, fixtures, doorknobs, and cabinet handles in rooms of your home.
Modern homes often use matte stainless steel and brushed nickel, while homes with a more traditional or mid-century feel might feature bronze or brass hardware. You’ll find a wide variety of options available online and in your local home improvement store.
Refinish Hardwood Flooring to Add Value to Your Home
Hardwood flooring is a major asset to any home, but when it is worn and weathered, it can distract from the beauty of your property. Refinishing the hardwood floors is surprisingly affordable, and in many cases, you can see 100% of your investment reflected in the improved value of your home.
Paint the Walls in Neutral Tones
If you are preparing to list your home, de-personalizing the living spaces should be a high priority. Buyers want to be able to picture themselves in your living space and not be distracted by the previous owner’s interior design choices.
Repaint the walls of your home in a neutral color palette that provides a blank slate for prospective buyers. New paint will also cover scuffs or imperfections on the walls.
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