Paint the exterior
The exterior of your home needs to be renovated the most since it’s the first thing that potential buyers will see. Whether your home looks a bit neglected or outdated, a fresh coat of paint will make a huge difference in its appearance. However, you need to be very selective. Overly bold shades will likely do more harm than good. It may be best to repaint your home in a color that complements surrounding homes.
Upgrade doors and windows
Shoddy doors and damaged windows do more than just hurt your home’s curb appeal, so give them an upgrade. Energy-efficient windows are proven to be excellent alternatives because they help reduce utility bills in the long run, and they make the indoor environment more comfortable and intimate. As for your doors, you should replace them with modern ones that are more robust. Such doors will go a long way toward making your home safer and exceptionally appealing.
Work on the yard
Buyers really do care for a well-kept yard, so take measures to enhance the appearance of the grass. If the grass is in bad shape, consider laying down artificial turf – it will look amazing and complement the yard in a big way. Your other option is to uproot any dead plants or unsightly gardens. You can easily breathe new life into your yard by adorning it with mulch, trees, shrubs and exterior lighting fixtures.
Replace the driveway
If the driveway is filled with cracks and oil spots, there are a couple of ways you can renovate it so that it’s more attractive. You can either have it repaired or replaced. Usually, however, it would make more sense to replace the driveway because it won’t be difficult for potential buyers to see the patches.
Improve the condition of the roof and the foundation
If there are any structural flaws in your home, you can rest assured that they can be found by a professional inspector who won’t hesitate to expose them to potential buyers. Therefore, you ought to take measures to ensure that the roof and the foundation are intact.
Clean the interior and the exterior
It won’t cost much to tidy up the home, but it will require a big effort on your part. The goal is to ensure that everything is in its proper place. Get rid of any extra clutter inside to keep distractions in the home to a minimum. As for the outside, make sure to clear away bikes, toys, stray shoes, unnecessary lawn decorations and any other type of clutter. By completing these 6 simple updates, your home will be in tip top shape and more valuable to you on the market.
Thank you for reading. I hope you found this information useful.
Jeff Pittman, Realtor in Ladera Ranch – Orange County, California