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How to Enhance the Value of Your Property

April 13, 2021 by Jeremy Lindy

When it comes to selling properties, most sellers want to attain the best possible price. One of the proven ways to increase a property’s value is to make some enhancements. Well, these improvements can range from repainting and renovating to replacing windows and floors.

Selling a property in the present competitive realtor market can be eased by having a fully functional and appealing property. It’s impossible to make a lasting impression by just offering the lowest price on the house.

Keep in mind that when prospective buyers come searching for a house in your neighbourhood, you want yours to stand out against the rest for the right reasons. Check out how to improve your property’s value below. 

Repairing and Painting the Walls

The very first thing that a prospective buyer will see when viewing your property is the exterior look. Thus, you have to ensure it looks best from both the interior and exterior. A house that seems old, ugly or even shaky will not appeal at all. In this case, you have to apply a fresh coat of paint to make the house get a modern, fresh and universally acceptable look.

Besides applying paint, it’s advisable to assess the walls for noticeable signs of damages. The walls designed from weatherboard may contain panels that demand replacing. These minor improvements will make your home look like a new one without requiring substantial revamps. 

Redesigning the Garden

Another way to boost the property’s value involves improving the garden. Here, you can do so by weeding or repairing the garden by installing a new fence, planting trees or creating a dedicated area for resting. The best thing about a well-maintained garden is that it provides an incredible first impression to potential buyers.

Interior Flooring

While it seems weird, the floor is unquestionably one of the main things that property buyers look at after stepping feet into a house. Most people expect their property’s floors to be stylish, clean and contemporary. Moldy and outdated carpeting will not appeal to many. While hardwood flooring is popular and easy to maintain, a top-rated carpet is gorgeous and adds a warm atmosphere. It would be helpful to fix any faults on your floor.

Repairing Bathroom and Toilet

It may be expensive to refurbish a bathroom space will all new toilets, showers, cabinetry and tubs. However, you can cost-effectively improve your property’s value by ensuring the bathroom has a fresh look and works perfectly. A well-designed bathroom space will be aesthetically alluring and functional. Minor repairs, such as replacing the tile grout and painting the walls, can work magic. What’s more, it’s recommended to replace the outdated light fittings with modern models.

Upgrading the Appliances

Installing modern appliances will surely increase a property’s value. However, the process is not just about installing home cinema systems and induction hobs. Today, buyers are opting for smart homes. There are plenty of upgrades you can undertake to make your house modern, from home assistant devices and smart lights to thermostats. In addition to making the property convenient, you can improve its safety by upgrading smoke detectors, smart carbon monoxide detectors and intelligent security cameras.

Kitchen Overhaul

The kitchen is one of the essential communal areas of any house. House buyers demand a functional workspace that consists of cupboards, good taps and benchtops. A common mistake made by most property sellers includes overdoing kitchen revamps with marble benchtops, extravagant granite and new stainless-steel appliances.

While these enhancements seem modern and sleek, they may turn off some buyers as they assume the property to be relatively expensive. Due to this, you only have to ensure the kitchen seems attractive and tidy and all appliances works and are in the best condition.

Upgrading the Lighting Fixtures

Although the price of lighting fittings varies greatly, it’s advisable to replace the old-fashioned hanging lights with modern lampshades. Lighting is vital when selling your property because no buyer wants to live in a dark room. Installing efficient and smart lighting can also enhance a property’s value.

Improving the Roof and Foundations

Your home’s structure may be as essential to potential buyers at first glance as other areas in the property. Remember that a poor inspection report because of problems with the foundations and roof may cost you a lot or even break the sale. Therefore, it would be helpful to hire a professional to inspect your house before listing it up for sale. This way, you will have plenty of time to repair the present structural damages, if any. Buyers want to be assured that their new property is safe and will last for many years.

If you wish to sell your property soon, there are a couple of ways in which you can boost its value, as seen above. Also, you can contact quick house sale to find out what potential buyers are searching for in your area and how to make it as attractive as possible.


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