When getting your home ready to sell on a busy market, it may not make sense to take on big home improvement projects. Once you\u2019re confident that your home does not need any major repairs that will stop a buyer\u2019s home inspection, you can focus on easy updates to make your home more appealing. Remodeling a kitchen or bathroom might be out of your budget or time frame, but there are still plenty of small updates you can make in key areas to get your home ready to sell.<\/p>\n
Five ways to wow potential buyers<\/strong><\/p>\n To impress potential buyers, there are five specific areas of your home to focus your decorating efforts. Don\u2019t worry \u2014 these quick updates are not expensive. If you already hired a real estate professional, they can help determine your probable buyer and local comps. This lets you tailor your update budget to the local market. Here are the top (quick) updates for your five high-impact areas :<\/p>\n Update your curb appeal<\/strong><\/p>\n What your potential buyers see when they view your home online or drive up outside can determine the success of your showings. First impressions really do count in real estate. Increase your curb appeal with a few simple changes.<\/p>\n \u2022 Remove clutter : It\u2019s easy to walk right by outdoor clutter if it\u2019s been there for a while. Clear your yard and porch of items like old shoes, dead plants or gardening tools. This is a great time to pressure wash everything, including your driveway and porch.<\/p>\n \u2022 Update accessories : A new doormat is an inexpensive and quick update for your porch. Is it time for a new wreath, or to add one for the first time? Tired or out-of-season decor makes buyers think that your home has been on the market a while. Keep accessories timeless so that your photos won\u2019t look dated if a holiday passes while you get your home ready to sell.<\/p>\n \u2022 Add accessories : Porches need accessories to appeal to buyers. You don\u2019t have to go overboard \u2014 we love the look of a simple front door wreath and two or three colorful potted plants. Think of them like jewelry; the idea is to enhance your home, not overpower it.<\/p>\n \u2022 Paint your door : This is a bit more involved, but a nicely-painted front door is a buyer favorite. A beautiful front door is an important part of your home\u2019s exterior charm and a complement to your accessories.<\/p>\n Create a warm welcome in your foyer<\/strong><\/p>\n Once potential buyers step inside the front door, it\u2019s time to deliver on the promise of your beautiful curb appeal. Even if your home doesn\u2019t have a dedicated foyer, there are simple updates to make it feel like more than a pass-through space. You won\u2019t need to spend a lot of time and money on your foyer, but a welcoming entrance is very important to the buyer\u2019s experience. Here are a few tips to get the most out of your entryway.<\/p>\n \u2022 Declutter : Like most home seller to-do lists, decluttering is a priority for every area of your home. Foyers are often cluttered with mail, shoes and jackets that people drop when they walk in the door. When getting your home ready to sell, add a few baskets or hooks to catch the inevitable clutter. This makes a great impression.<\/p>\n \u2022 Add art or a mirror : Whether you have a foyer or just a simple entryway, wall art creates a definition of space. Mirrors can open up and brighten a smaller foyer. A table or shelf beneath any wall art is another quick upgrade for your foyer and the prefect place for a colorful accessory or two.<\/p>\n \u2022 Make room for a bench : Putting a bench, with space for shoes beneath it, near the front door can be a major hit with buyers. A dedicated space to remove shoes when entering tells buyers that you cared about your home and took good care of it.<\/p>\n Update your kitchen without remodeling<\/strong><\/p>\n You might have heard that kitchens sell homes, and it\u2019s true! Your kitchen will be the most important room in the house when it comes to home buyers. A full kitchen remodel isn\u2019t always possible when putting your home on the market. Luckily, there are easy ways to get an updated look that buyers will love.<\/p>\n \u2022 Update your cabinet hardware : Tired or outdated hardware can age your kitchen. Replacing all of your cabinet and drawer pulls is like a facelift for your cabinets. Oil-rubbed bronze and brushed nickel are still the top choice for home buyers, and are also the most affordable.<\/p>\n \u2022 Add a tile backsplash in a hurry : A quick way to add a backsplash without the mess and expense of remodeling is with adhesive tile mosaics. You can find almost any tile look you want in this tile application. It\u2019s a great solution for low to mid-range priced homes or condos.<\/p>\n \u2022 Refresh your grout : If you already have a tile backsplash, you might need to revitalize the grout. Dirty or outdated grout is a major turn-off for home buyers. Whether it\u2019s a good cleaning or new application of grout, this little detail can go a long way.<\/p>\n \u2022 Paint your kitchen island : We love the look of a painted kitchen island. This is a clever fix when you don\u2019t want to paint all of your kitchen cabinets. The top colors for painted kitchen islands are navy blue, gray and black.<\/p>\n Easy bathroom updates that buyers love<\/strong><\/p>\n Bathrooms can be a big selling point to a home buyer and it\u2019s easy to look past things that need a fix or update when you use a room every day. Even a dated bathroom can benefit from a few simple updates. The key to making sure your bathrooms are buyer-ready is to look at them through fresh eyes. Once you look around your bathrooms objectively, try these easy tips to freshen things up.<\/p>\n \u2022 Replace your shower curtain : If you have a shower curtain that doesn\u2019t \u201cwow\u201d your visitors, it\u2019s time to replace it. The shower curtain can provide your color inspiration for making other changes to the bathroom. Take a close look at your shower curtain rings as well. If they are outdated or mismatched plastic, replace them with a new set (preferably metal.)<\/p>\n \u2022 Invest in linens : One set of towels and a bathroom rug dedicated to showing days is a must-have. This new set of towels is not for everyday use \u2014 you\u2019ll be putting these out only on showing and open house days. You don\u2019t have to spend a lot of money on your new bath linens but it\u2019s important that they enhance your bathroom\u2019s color scheme.<\/p>\n \u2022 Update your mirror : In most model homes, the bathroom mirrors are rectangular and framed with wood to match the vanity. If your mirror is showing signs of wear, or is hopelessly outdated, upgrading to a new one is a quick and important fix.<\/p>\n Get your home ready to sell with color<\/strong><\/p>\n Does your home have a color scheme? It can be anything from a carefully-designed palette to one or two neutral colors with accents. If you\u2019re planning to paint, consider one soft neutral color throughout your home. One or two accent colors can be added to your neutral color as accessories and linens for a coordinated look. A few adjustments to your existing color scheme can make your home more appealing to buyers. This includes removing items that are distracting or dated. Model homes are also an amazing source of color inspiration for any region \u2014 touring one can give you insight into what buyers want in your area.<\/p>\n Add a few of these easy updates to your to-do list to get your home ready to sell with confidence.<\/p>\n Get the Home Ready to Sell with These Easy Updates<\/a> by Diana Hathaway | Freshome<\/p>\n 1872 Cleaners Near You. 5,000+ Rivews. 4.9 Starts on Average.
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