The appearance of your house is
very important to prospective buyers. When selling a home, it is not always
possible to do a total overhaul. Sometimes even a handful of small steps that
can be done in a weekend, will help make a house more attractive to buyers. You
don’t want to completely depersonalize the home, but it should appeal to a wide
range of prospective buyers.
Consider the Neighbors When Working on Curb Appeal
Simply put, it is best to blend in. When a prospective buyer is
cruising the neighborhood, they are on the lookout for clean surroundings and
manicured landscaping. Now is not the time to take design risks—unique
designing decisions won’t appeal to the masses and will hinder your home
from being sold.
Fixing up the Driveway
There are so many ways to update
a driveway besides simply fixing
any cracks. Block paved driveways can be done in an array of designs using
regular or irregular shaped pavers to create beautiful patterns. Gravel
driveways offer flexibility with choosing size and color. “Crazy Paving” allows
for a more creative path; extra variety in regards to style, size, and shape.
Even simple concrete can be jazzed up with patterns imprinted while still using
long lasting and reliable material.
Tidy Up the Entry
The front door should not be faded or chipping, and the
walkway/porch should be free of debris like leaves. To spruce up the entry,
apply new paint to the trim and door. You can replace the house number and
lighting elements to give a look of newness.
A Welcoming Foyer
Even without a foyer, the entrance to the home should provide
instant appeal. Kick the clutter—put away any shoes, keys, umbrellas, or coat
racks that would make the area feel untidy. If the space allows it, add in a
vase with flowers that are welcoming to buyers.
An Inviting Kitchen
This room is at the top of many buyers’ must-haves. Many buyers
are looking for upgraded appliances and finishes so that they do not have to
tackle renovation themselves. There is a much greater return on investment with
a kitchen—the value of your home will go up.
Hallways
If your home has a long hallway with the bedrooms coming off of
it, break up the walls with artwork. Contrasting hues and colors will make the
hallways seem shorter and more appealing. This is possibly the simplest of ideas for selling your house quickly.
A Master Retreat
Buyers yearn to be able to relax in their master bedroom. Help
them envision this in your home by taking out bulky furniture to provide plenty
of space. When buyers are coming though, make the bed and add soft textures to
make them feel as though they could fall asleep there.
Living Areas Need to Offer Comfort
Living and family rooms should appeal to the buyers and make
them want to stay a while. Comfortable couches should be topped with accent
pillows, and rugs should sit in front of couches and under coffee tables.
Secure the rugs if they are placed in a main area—tripping would leave a
bad taste in the potential buyers’ mouth.
An Inviting Back Yard
Buyers find a lot of appeal in outdoor living spaces. The area
should be well maintained and free of debris and toys with small added
decoration to porches. Make sure that any patio furniture is clean and free of
dirt.
Feeling of Light and Airiness
Mirrors will make a room appear much larger and lighter—consider
these for hallways or smaller rooms. Windows should be cleaned inside and out, while broken
light bulbs should be replaced. This will add to the overall lighting of the
room without any major changes. Any oddly dark corners can be lit up with
the addition of a lamp.
Make the Minor Repairs
This would be things such as broken door knobs, cracked tiles,
threadbare carpets, holes in the walls, etc. Many potential buyers look for a
home that is move-in ready, so they do their best to
avoid being responsible for any small repairs.
Get the Right Smell
Bad smells will turn buyers off. If there are any bad smells,
they should be fixed and not covered. Clear out all garbage, and tend to the
drains. Brewing a fresh pot of coffee will help to create a simple, familiar
and appealing environment.
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