So, you're seriously considering selling your home in the near future, or, perhaps a little later in the year. It's in a wonderful community, and, you've done a few home improvements which add style and function. Now, you're looking at recently sold properties and realize the local real estate market in Peoria is doing well and you're beginning to take another look at your property with a critical eye. You want to get the biggest return on your investment and are caught in a conundrum -- you want to sell it for top dollar, but, aren't sure about spending any more money on a home you will not own much longer. Well, there are ways to boost a home's resale value without spending much, but, get a big ROI.
How to Boost a Home's Resale Value
First, you should seriously consider having a pre-listing home inspection conducted. This is a savvy yet small investment in the selling process because it will alert you to possible and existing material defects you might not even know about. This will alleviate unpleasant surprises that can easily spring-up at a very inopportune time. At the very least, if the pre-listing inspection doesn't reveal any issues or problems, it will give you peace-of-mind.
Consider hiring a pro to take a look at your home and offer advice. One morning spent with a home inspector, a real estate agent or a local designer can give you insight into what potential buyers will see when they look at your home — and can save you money in the long run. --Houzz.com
However, should the inspection turn something up, you'll be able to act well before you put your property on the market for sale. In addition to this proactive step, you can take advantage of the following suggestions to boost your home's resale value:
- Paint. It's truly amazing what a couple of fresh coats of interior paint can do, especially when you keep the colors neutral. For very little, time, money, and effort, you can completely revitalize your home and give it a welcoming, new look. If you can resist and want to be a bit bold, you can paint an accent wall, but, keep the color modest.
- Landscape. Another inexpensive way to boost a home's resale value is to freshen-up the landscaping. This is particularly true of the front yard, but, the backyard should be given some attention, too. With just a small amount of time and effort, you can do a lot for curb appeal, which is very important, because people form an impression within just 7 to 10 seconds.
- Remove eyesores. If there are any eyesores in your home, now is the time to be rid of them. Things like wallpaper and worn carpet are two prime examples, but, you know what's ugly and unwanted and if it makes you cringe, buyers will do the same.
- Make small hardware changes. Just changing the pulls, hinges, and knobs on kitchen and bath cabinets will do wonders. Pull out that old kitchen and/or bath faucet and update it; and, while you're at it, change the bath mirror and/or the kitchen backsplash.
- Consider creating another bedroom. If your home is a three bedroom, two bath, with a den, the only thing that's preventing you from selling it as a four bedroom is the lack of a closet. Over the course of a couple of weekends, you can add a small closet, and, it's now a four bedroom. (Before you do this, be sure to check with your listing agent to ensure this is worthwhile.)
In addition, be sure to clean inside and out. Disinfect and clean all interior surfaces and pressure wash the outside from top to bottom. Your three objectives should be to clean, depersonalize, and declutter. If you're selling your Fletcher Heights home, whether it's around West Deer Valley Road, along Fletcher Way, by Hillcrest Boulevard, or near West Oraibi Drive or Sunrise Park, consult an experienced real estate professional about preparing and marketing your property.