Tackling any of these projects adds value to your home and makes it more sellable.
Some multiple listing services require that the lead photo be an exterior shot of the front of the home.
Agent Mary Hall Mayer of Coldwell Banker Warburg suggests trimming bushes and weeding flower beds.
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you could also make DIY improvements withnew mulchor gravel andnew planted or potted plants, Saturno-Sanjana says.
Driveway Fixes
Have achipped, cracked, or peeling driveway?
Considerupdating the front door with a bold yet neutral coloror adding new hardware to create a more inviting entry.
Update Doors
Faulty or old doors should be addressed as well.
Mayer suggests keeping thelawn raked, mowed and edgedin between major landscaping updates.
Power washingis also an affordable way to give your home some sparkle.
Taggart suggests hitting the driveway, front walkway, and siding for a cleaner look.
Staged homes typically sell more quickly and at higher prices by highlighting the homes best features while downplaying imperfections.
Mayer says thats one of the reasons an older ranch home she viewed with a client sold quickly.
The home was clean.
As such, there were six offers on the home in the first afternoon.
Making Improvements
Some projects are more in depth, but they ensure top dollar for your home.
Not only does it save you money, but theyre also more environmentally friendly.
Todays market trends highlight the importance of features that provide year-round comfort and functionality, Taggart explains.
Smart thermostats,security systems, smart lighting features, and evenwater leak detectorsare ideal.
The highest return on investment always comes from the kitchen and bathrooms, Mayer says.
Theyre the most disruptive and expensive to renovate.
Plus, the crew usually has to move through the house to get to them.
Another added value is a finished basement.
Cant afford to do a full renovation?
Similarly, a few upgrades will improve your bathroom dramatically.
