{"id":8768,"date":"2018-04-12T11:11:20","date_gmt":"2018-04-12T18:11:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/?p=8768"},"modified":"2018-04-09T09:46:22","modified_gmt":"2018-04-09T16:46:22","slug":"low-cost-home-improvement-fixes-that-make-the-home-stand-above-the-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/2018\/04\/low-cost-home-improvement-fixes-that-make-the-home-stand-above-the-competition\/","title":{"rendered":"Low-Cost Home Improvement Fixes that Make the Home Stand Above the Competition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When selling a home, even tiny fixes can have a big impact. Fortunately many fixes can be done quickly and with a small budget. Here are 10 of the best low (or no) cost home improvement fixes to make your house stand above the competition.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>1. Address the Heart of the Home<\/strong><br \/>\nIn real estate, the kitchen is a main selling feature and can be a make or break deal for potential home buyers. If a new kitchen just isn\u2019t in the cards, consider replacing smaller ticket items and de-cluttering. Low- and no-cost fixes for the kitchen include :<br \/>\n<em>New cabinet hardware<\/em><br \/>\n<em>New faucets<\/em><br \/>\n<em>Installing a new backsplash<\/em><br \/>\n<em>Storing countertop appliances to create more work space<\/em><br \/>\n<em>Replacing dark valances with lighter fabric or removing them altogether<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>2. Update Switch Plate Covers<\/strong><br \/>\nSwitch plate and outlet covers are brittle, and can crack and yellow over time, resulting in a home that, no matter how well updated, still looks dated. New outlets and covers can be replaced in a snap for generally under five dollars, making it one of the lowest cost updates available. Consider flat switches that create a modern, streamlined silhouette and stick to white for a timeless look.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>3. Beautify the Bathroom<\/strong><br \/>\nAn updated bathroom comes only second to kitchens in a buyer\u2019s list of must-haves, so showing them a clean and uncluttered bathroom will score points with any potential buyer.<br \/>\nNew flooring can give an otherwise tired bathroom a much needed facelift and create a newer looking bathroom overall. Coordinating linens, a new shower curtain, and thoroughly cleaned grout can top off this easy home improvement investment.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>4. Address Storage<\/strong><br \/>\nStorage is always a concern for buyers. Installing low-cost closet organizers to your existing space will increase storage and organization in your home. Add storage baskets to hide clutter and you will have beautiful storage spaces that will make any buyer envious.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>5. Deep Clean for a Good Return<\/strong><br \/>\nIf your home contains wall to wall carpeting, clean carpets can make a world of difference to a buyer. Cleaning carpets can easily be completed in a weekend with a rental cleaning machine, and it creates a noticeably clean, odor free environment for buyers to tour.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>6. Boost Curb Appeal<\/strong><br \/>\nNothing boosts curb appeal like a tidy yard. Trim and edge walkways, weed gardens, and trim shrubs for maximum impact. If you have a porch, consider potted, seasonal plants to bring the look together.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>7. Improve the First Impression<\/strong><br \/>\nAs buyers approach your home, first impressions matter. Ensuring your entryway is clean and inviting with something as simple as a new mailbox or updated house numbers will make buyers feel welcome. Clean windows and doors for extra impact.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>8. Add a Coat of Paint<\/strong><br \/>\nFreshening up your living space with neutral colors will invite buyers to imagine their belongings in your home and will cover up any nicks, scratches, or dents your wall incurred over years of daily living.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>9. Update Lighting<\/strong><br \/>\nWhile not the lowest cost solution on our list, you will find that a new light fixture or two really breathes new life into key living spaces. If your budget is tight, look to kitchen, dining, and living rooms for the most bang for your buck.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>10. Add Some Decor Pizzazz<\/strong><br \/>\nFinally, a fresh look can be completed with nothing more than some colorful fabric. Inexpensive pillows and throws in a coordinating palette through your home will create a unified look that will have buyers hooked.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coldwellbanker.com\/blog\/selling-low-cost-home-improvement-fixes-that-make-your-home-shine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Selling? Low-Cost Home Improvement Fixes that Make the Home Shine<\/a> by Melina Gillies | Coldwell Banker Blue Matter<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When selling a home, even tiny fixes can have a big impact. Fortunately many fixes can be done quickly and with a small budget. 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